Updated: Evacuation Order area for Kalamoir Park Wildfire

Kalamoir Park Wildfire

WEST KELOWNA, B.C. – An EVACUATION ORDER has been issued as part of the tactical evacuations previously done today in the Casa Loma and Lakeview area due to the Kalamoir Park wildfire. 

  • Alice Road
  • Benedick Road
  • 2660- 2699 Campbell Road
  • Casa Loma Road
  • Casa Palmero Drive
  • 2919 -3088 Collens Hill Road
  • Kalamoir Park
  • Lakeridge Road
  • Lakeview Road
  • Lucinde Road
  • Weatherhill Road

Residents on evacuation order should leave their properties immediately to keep safe.

To determine if you are in the evacuation area, view the detailed map showing affected properties at coemergency.ca/map.

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:

  • Follow the direction of emergency personnel.
  • Shut off all gas and electrical appliances other than refrigerators and freezers.
  • Close all windows and doors.
  • Close gates (latch) but do not lock.
  • Gather your family and, if you have room, take a neighbour or someone needing transportation. Do not use more vehicles than you have to.
  • Take critical items (medicine, purse, wallet, and keys) only if they are immediately available. Take pets in pet kennels or on leash.
  • Do not use the telephone unless you need emergency service.

Emergency support services (ESS)

People needing support during an evacuation are encouraged to create a profile online at ESS.gov.bc.ca. People who have created a profile can log into the online self-service registration tool to receive instructions on the types of support available and how they can be accessed.

A muster centre has been opened at Westbank Lions Hall located at 2466 Main Street in West Kelowna to receive evacuees. People needing support during an evacuation are encouraged to create a profile online at ess.gov.bc.ca. People who have created a profile can log into the online self-service registration tool to receive instructions on the types of support available and how they can be accessed.

Emergency response personnel request that the public:

  • Avoid the area so emergency responders can effectively perform their duties
  • Please only CALL 911 in case of emergency
  • Call the public information line at 250-469-8490 (local) or 1-877-569-8490 (toll-free) for information
  • For up-to-date information on the situation, including a map, and to sign up for emergency notifications, visit coemergency.ca

The Central Okanagan Emergency Management has activated its Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) to support BC Wildfire and local fire crews.

New information will be released as soon as it becomes available. 

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