News releases
Glen Lake Wildfire update
September 22, 2023
Central Okanagan, B.C. – Following another cool evening with favourable conditions, the Glen Lake wildfire remains at 1,116 hectares in size.
BC Wildfire Service reports that the wildfire remains out of control. It is being actioned by 41 ground personnel, 16 pieces of heavy equipment including…
Changes to evacuation orders and alerts for McDougall Creek Wildfire
September 21, 2023
Central Okanagan, B.C. – Central Okanagan Emergency Operations in consultation with the BC Wildfire Service, West Kelowna Fire Rescue and Regional District of Central Okanagan Fire Services, is rescinding orders and alerts for the McDougall Creek wildfire in the following areas:
All remaining…
Glen Lake Wildfire no growth overnight
September 21, 2023
Central Okanagan, B.C. – Glen Lake Wildfire is now estimated at 1,116 hectares. Thanks to a cool evening, the wildfire has not grown allowing time for additional installation of structural protection measures such as sprinklers around homes. Residents will see an increase of personnel and equipment…
Glen Lake Wildfire Operational Update
September 20, 2023
Central Okanagan, B.C. – No new Evacuation Orders or Alerts are expected due the Glen Lake Wildfire today after cooler temperatures and a little rain, but the situation can change swiftly and residents are advised to be prepared and keep informed.
The fireguard placed earlier by BC Wildfire Service…
McDougall Creek downgrade of orders
September 19, 2023
Central Okanagan, B.C. – As emergency crews continue to make progress on the McDougall Creek Wildfire the Evacuation Alerts have been rescinded for the following properties:
5455 & 5495 DEIGHTON ROAD
5625 WESTSIDE ROAD
All properties accessed off WESTSIDE ROAD, North of Nahun to South of La…
