Evacuation alerts remain overnight for Kalamoir Park Wildfire

Kalamoir Park Wildfire

WEST KELOWNA, B.C.  – The evacuation alert for the 742 households in the Casa Loma and Lakeview Heights areas will remain in place overnight.

Refer to the Central Okanagan Emergency Management’s website for the latest news releases and check the coemergency.ca/map to search by street address to determine if you are under an evacuation alert.

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:

  • Locate all family members and designate a meeting area outside the evacuation area, should an Evacuation Order be called while separated.
  • Pack essential items such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (e.g. insurance, credit, and mortgage information), immediate care needs for dependents and, if time and space permits, keepsakes for quick departure. 
  • Prepare to move disabled persons, children and/or neighbours, if assistance is needed.
  • Prepare to take pets with you and move livestock to a safe area (if possible).
  • Arrange transportation for all your household members. Fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles.  If transportation assistance is needed, call 250-469-8590.
  • Arrange accommodation for all members of the residence, if possible. 
  • Wait for an Evacuation Order to be issued before evacuating.
  • Monitor coermergency.ca for information on evacuation orders and the location of the Muster Centre.

Fire crews will continue monitoring and addressing remaining hot spots. Residents may notice lingering smoke and ongoing movement of firefighting equipment in the area. If you observe fire activity outside of designated or expected areas, report wildfires by calling *5555, or dial 911 for fires within city limits.

The Kalamoir Park Wildfire is a reminder of the importance of community readiness in a fast-moving event. Tactical evacuations may be necessary prior to any official notification from the Emergency Operations Centre if conditions are critical to life safety and well-being. Residents should be well prepared, particularly in wildfire interface areas. 

Be prepared

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.

Everyone you live with may not be together when an emergency happens. It’s important to practice your plan so you know how to connect with each other during an emergency. Find resources below to help you plan.

FireSmart your property

In our region, living with wildfire is a reality. The best defence to reduce the risk is to take action and FireSmart your home. 

Proactive steps such as managing vegetation, clearing debris and creating defensible space can significantly lower the chance of damage to your property and help firefighters protect your home. FireSmart is a shared responsibility, and small actions taken by residents can collectively reduce wildfire impacts across our communities. Learn how to get started and access practical tools at FireSmart BC and review the FireSmart Begins at Home Manual for detailed guidance.

This is the last update for today from the Emergency Operations Centre unless conditions change.

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