News releases
Two of three wildfires in the region are classified as under control by BC Wildfire
August 31, 2023
Central Okanagan, B.C. – BC Wildfire has classified two of the three fires in the Central Okanagan as held and under control. The combination of rain, cooler temperatures and calmer winds have allowed the work of fire crews to continue and make headway in suppression efforts on the Lake Country and…
Updated - Emergency Support Services (ESS) to open in new location
August 31, 2023
Correction: a previous release had an incorrect address for the new Emergency Support Services (ESS) reception centre
Central Okanagan – The Emergency Support Services (ESS) reception centre is moving from Mount Boucherie Secondary School and will open tomorrow morning in a new location at 523-…
Emergency Support Services (ESS) to open in new location (updated)
August 31, 2023
Central Okanagan – The Emergency Support Services (ESS) reception centre is moving and will open tomorrow morning in a new location at 523-304 Louie Drive. The ESS reception centre is for residents on Evacuation Order who are registered and receiving ESS supports.
The reception centre is now…
Evacuation Order downgraded for properties south of La Casa to 4017 Westside Road
August 31, 2023
RDCO Electoral Area West – Residents in RDCO Electoral Area West between La Casa heading south to 4017 Westside Road may return to their homes.
Returning residents must access Westside Road from Hwy. 97 via the north through Okanagan Indian Band and are reminded to be patient and be mindful of…
Resiliency Centre supports impacted residents as recovery begins
August 31, 2023
Central Okanagan, BC – A resiliency centre located on Westbank First Nation lands opened Thursday, August 31, 2023, to support wildfire evacuees and those experiencing loss following the McDougall Creek Wildfire.
The Resiliency Centre is a place for people impacted by wildfires in the Central…
