Fire suppression continues on Mount Law
News release No. 16 Central Okanagan, B.C. — The Mount Law wildfire remains at 800 hectares in size, and crews will continue suppression efforts throughout the day. All evacuation orders and alerts for the fire remain in place.
At this time, crews have completed planned ignitions on the northern perimeter of the fire near Preston and Carre roads in West Kelowna. BC Wildfire Service may continue conducting small, planned ignitions today targeting the north, east and west perimeters of the fire.
“We want to remind residents that for their safety and that of emergency personnel they must not access the wildfire area or attempt to fight the fire on their own,” said Jason Brolund, Fire Chief of West Kelowna Fire Rescue. “The Mount Law wildfire remains active and considered out of control. Residents can be assured that we have a plan in place and are fighting fires where and when it is safe to do so.”
In addition to 82 firefighters from BC Wildfire Service, firefighting efforts are being supported by 33 structural firefighters from six fire departments along with 10 trucks and other equipment. If residents witness any spot fires threatening homes or other areas showing rapid growth, they should call 9-1-1 immediately, and fire crews will be directed to that area.
A detailed map of current Evacuation Alerts and Orders is available at cordemergency.ca/map.
The Emergency Support Services reception centre at 1480 Sutherland Avenue is open from noon until 6 p.m. today. Evacuated residents can also call 1-833-498-3770 to register and access assistance from Emergency Support Services. Evacuated residents are encouraged to register even if they have accommodations, in case emergency officials need to contact them.
For more information about the Mount Law wildfire, visit cordemergency.ca, sign up for e-updates, follow our social media channels facebook.com/cordemergency or twitter.com/CO_emerg or call the Central Okanagan Emergency Operations Centre information line at 250-469-8490.
