Evacuation Order downgraded for properties south of La Casa to 4017 Westside Road

McDougall Creek Wildfire 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 their speed. The speed limit throughout OKIB IR#1 along Westside Road is 60km.  

As school is still out, please watch for children throughout residential areas. Drivers are advised that OKIB IR#1 is open range land and to be aware of potential livestock on roads, as well as wildlife. 

Motorists should also be aware that Westside Road remains closed from the south. Officials are positioned at blockades and will not be letting vehicles through.  

The following properties have been downgraded from Evacuation Order to Evacuation Alert:

  • 5455 DEIGHTON RD 

  • 5495 DEIGHTON RD 

  • 4017 WESTSIDE RD  

  • 4129 WESTSIDE RD  

  • 4215 WESTSIDE RD 

  • 4400 WESTSIDE RD  

  • 5625 WESTSIDE RD 

  • 5875 WESTSIDE RD   

  • 6409 WESTSIDE RD 

  • 6421 WESTSIDE RD  

  • 6433 WESTSIDE RD  

  • 6457 WESTSIDE RD  

  • 6469 WESTSIDE RD  

  • 6481 WESTSIDE RD  

  • 6493 WESTSIDE RD 

  • 4625 WESTSIDE RD N  

  • 4029 WESTSIDE RD N  

  • 4049 WESTSIDE RD N  

  • 4069 WESTSIDE RD N  

  • 4163 WESTSIDE RD N  

  • 4400 WESTSIDE RD N  

  • 4401 WESTSIDE RD N  

  • 5000 WESTSIDE RD N 

  • 6445 WESTSIDE RD N 

Residents on Evacuation Alert must continue to be prepared to leave their properties at a moment's notice and be away from home for an extended period. Visit cordemergency.ca/map before heading home to confirm the status of properties and up-to-date Evacuation Order and Alert areas. 

For the safety of the public and fire crews still working in the area, please do not enter naturalized areas. There are still locations where active firefighting is underway and dangers like downed power lines, hazardous materials, damaged trees, debris and equipment pose a safety risk. 

Wildfire impacts on private water systems in the area are unknown. Residents are advised to follow up with their water supplier for more information. If you are unsure who your water supplier is, visit drinkingwaterforeveryone.ca/advisorymap. 

As Evacuation Orders are downgraded, residents returning home can access frequently asked questions and other resources to aid in their safe return: 

Residents are asked to stay up to date through cordemergency.ca and subscribe to receive e-updates. For more information, contact the information line at 250-469-8490 (local) or 1-877-569-8490 (toll-free).