News releases
Okanagan Centre Fire - 11 Properties Removed from Evac Order
July 17, 2017
Central Okanagan, B.C. – The Okanagan Centre wildfire Evacuation Order area has been adjusted on the southern border to exclude eleven properties along Tyndall Road.
An Evacuation Order remains in place for Nighthawk Road, Long Road and Tyndall Road from south of 10810 to the end of the pavement.…
Okanagan Centre Fire 75% Contained
July 17, 2017
Central Okanagan, B.C. – The Okanagan Centre wildfire is now 75% contained and emergency responders worked through the night putting out spot fires and actioning a flare up during windy conditions. The fire is estimated at 50.3 hectares in size.
An Evacuation Order remains in place for Nighthawk…
Reception Centres Set-Up for BC Evacuees
July 17, 2017
Group lodging has been prepared in Kelowna and West Kelowna for evacuees impacted by BC’s wildfires, with Emergency Social Services ready to help.
Emergency Management BC has requested the Regional District of the Central Okanagan Emergency Operations Centre provide temporary group accommodation…
Okanagan Centre Fire News Release #7
July 16, 2017
The Emergency Operation Centre advises that following an assessment this afternoon between Lake Country Fire and the BC Wildfire Service, the Evacuation Order for Nighthawk Road, Long Rd, Tyndall Road from south of 10810 to the end of the payment remains in effect. As well, Jack Seaton Park is…
Okanagan Centre Fire News Release No. 6
July 16, 2017
Eight homes on Nighthawk Road, as well as outbuildings on one property on Tyndall Road were lost overnight due to the Okanagan Centre wildfire. Impacted property owners attended a meeting earlier today to receive information and support for moving forward.
Fire crews from across the Okanagan…
