News Releases
Emergency Support Services (ESS) to open in new location (updated)
August 31, 2023
Central Okanagan – The Emergency Support Services (ESS) reception centre is moving and will open tomorrow morning in a new location at 523-304 Louie Drive. The ESS reception centre is for residents on Evacuation Order who are registered and receiving ESS supports.
The reception…
Evacuation Order downgraded for properties south of La Casa to 4017 Westside Road
August 31, 2023
RDCO Electoral Area West – Residents in RDCO Electoral Area West between La Casa heading south to 4017 Westside Road may return to their homes.
Returning residents must access Westside Road from Hwy. 97 via the north through Okanagan Indian Band and are reminded to be patient and be…
Resiliency Centre supports impacted residents as recovery begins
August 31, 2023
Central Okanagan, BC – A resiliency centre located on Westbank First Nation lands opened Thursday, August 31, 2023, to support wildfire evacuees and those experiencing loss following the McDougall Creek Wildfire.
The Resiliency Centre is a place for people impacted by wildfires in the Central…
Operations update for the McDougall Creek Wildfire
August 31, 2023
Central Okanagan, BC – While progress has been made, the McDougall Creek wildfire remains classified by BC Wildfire as out of control and is estimated at 13,712 hectares. The estimated growth of the fire is a result of the planned ignition operations and growth in the Powers Creek Drainage. …
No Additional Evacuation Order Rescinds Expected Tonight
August 30, 2023
Kelowna, BC – The Central Okanagan Emergency Operations Centre does not expect to rescind any additional Evacuation Orders this evening.
Returning residents to their homes safely, and as quickly as possible, remains a top priority. Many areas still exist where active firefighting is…
