Evacuation Alert lifted for Blue Grouse Creek Wildfire

Blue Grouse Creek Wildfire (K51370)

West Kelowna, B.C. – With consultation with BC Wildfire, the Evacuation Alert for households in the area of Bear Creek Main has now been lifted.

These following streets were previously covered in this alert:

  • Baird Road

  • Bancroft Road

  • Banff Road

  • Bear Lake Road from Westside Road to Bald Range Creek

  • 37 Blue Grouse Road

  • Blue Grouse Mountain Road

  • Bolton Road

  • Browse Road

  • Edith Court

  • Heldon Court

  • Siemens Road

  • Traders Cove Road

  • From Bear Creek Provincial Park to 2171 Westside Road North

 

The K51370 wildfire (known as Blue Grouse Creek Wildfire) prompted the evacuation alert on August 1, 2026. Significant progress has been made by firefighting crews in reducing fire activity and protecting the area.

BC Wildfire crews continued ground and aerial suppression efforts overnight, with only limited fire growth reported. 

The evacuation orders and alerts associated with the Quilpituk Creek Wildfire remain in place.

Residents may continue to notice lingering smoke, visible hot spots and ongoing movement of firefighting equipment in the area as crews complete their work. If you observe fire activity outside of designated or expected areas, report wildfires by calling *5555, or dial 911 for fires within city limits.

Members of the public are asked to avoid the wildfire-impacted area unless necessary so emergency responders can safely complete mop-up operations and respond to any remaining hot spots. Boaters are also asked to stay well clear of the affected area on the lake to ensure the safety of emergency personnel and support ongoing response efforts.

While the Evacuation Alert has been lifted, this incident serves as an important reminder that wildfire season is ongoing and conditions can change quickly.

Be prepared
Residents are encouraged to be prepared and create an emergency plan. A home emergency plan says how you and the people you live with will respond during an emergency, particularly for the first 72-hours. Knowing what to do, where to go and who to contact will reduce stress and help keep you focused and safe. Find resources below to help you plan. 

PreparedBC emergency guides and resources to help you build a grab-and-go kit and create an emergency plan
Animal Lifeline Emergency Response Team (ALERT) has resources to plan for your pets before an evacuation

FireSmartBC Wildfire Preparedness Last Minute Checklist

For Emergency Support Services create a profile online before it is needed at: Emergency Support Services Self Registration

Stay informed and subscribe
Visit coemergency.ca/subscribe to subscribe to emergency notifications. Follow COEM social media channels: X (formerly Twitter) x.com/CO_Emerg and Facebook at facebook.com/coemergencymanagement