News Releases
Bear Creek Fire News Release 14
August 24, 2016
Efforts are progressing to have those residents who are out of their homes due to the Bear Creek wildfire back by tonight.
At this point, the Evacuation Order remains in effect for approximately 105 properties in the Traders Cove subdivision.
As well, Westside Road is expected to open for two-way…
Bear Creek Fire News Release 13
August 24, 2016
Another good night for crews patrolling the Bear Creek wildfire.
Firefighters extinguished a number of hotspots that popped up through the night across the fire area. No other issues were reported. RCMP security patrols continue inside the evacuation area.
BC Hydro crews worked hard yesterday and…
Bear Creek Fire News Release 12
August 23, 2016
The Evacuation Order and Alert for the Bear Creek wildfire remain in effect.
As the fire is still active and key infrastructure is being replaced, residents from 105 properties in the Traders Cove subdivision will remain out of their homes until it is safe for them to return.
The Emergency Support…
Bear Creek Fire News Release 11
August 23, 2016
While the Bear Creek wildfire is now estimated at 75% containment, the area is not yet safe enough to allow remaining residents in Traders Cove to return.
People may notice a lot of smoke and some visible flames coming from the active fire area as crews continue working to fully extinguish the…
Bear Creek Fire News Release 10
August 23, 2016
Overnight structural crews from West Kelowna, Peachland, Joe Rich and North Westside fire departments worked alongside BC Wildfire Service firefighters monitoring the almost 53-hectare Bear Creek wildfire. They were busy extinguishing hotspots throughout the fire area. Yesterday under favourable…
