News Releases
Evacuation Order for two properties rescinded
May 18, 2018
News Release No. 31 Central Okanagan, B.C. – The Evacuation Order for two Regional District properties has been rescinded.
The affected properties are:
8645 Westside Rd N
8635 Ewings Landing Rd
States of Local Emergency currently exist in West Kelowna, Kelowna, Peachland, Lake Country, Westbank…
Waterfront property owners asked to protect properties to 2017 levels
May 18, 2018
News Release No. 30 Central Okanagan, B.C. — Property owners along the waterfront prone to flooding or to damage due to flooding are encouraged to install protective measures for lake levels that could reach 2017 levels. Property owners are responsible for the protection of their…
Canadian military helping Central Okanagan crews in flood preparation
May 18, 2018
News Release No. 29 Central Okanagan, B.C. — At 8 a.m. this morning, Canadian Forces personnel will be assisting Central Okanagan Emergency Operations in protecting local infrastructure from rising lake water.
The 45 members of the military will join municipal and B.C. Wildfire Service…
Enjoy Okanagan Lake this weekend with a few safety precautions
May 17, 2018
News Release No. 28 Central Okanagan, B.C. — Heading into the May long weekend, Okanagan Lake is safe to be enjoyed responsibly by locals and visitors alike. The lake’s level is approaching full pool and as a precaution, boaters are asked to practice low-wake activities and keep some safety…
Evacuation Alerts rescinded for eight properties in Westbank First Nation
May 17, 2018
News Release No. 27 Westbank First Nation, B.C. - An Evacuation Alert has been rescinded for eight properties at the Westgate Village Mobile Park, located at 1880 Old Boucherie Road in Westbank First Nation.
The following properties are no longer under the Alert:
42 – 1880 Old Boucherie…
