Okanagan Indian Band lift evacuation order for east side of Okanagan Lake

The Okanagan Indian Band has rescinded an evacuation order for the east side of Okanagan Lake.

In an update, the band said the order had been rescinded for all residents of Desert Cove, 32, 34 and 41 Antoine Rd. to Gottfriedson Rd., Spotted Eagle Dr., Hawhola Rd., Smitken Rd. and Wilfred Rd.

Officials said a do-not-consume order remains in place for all addresses on the Okanagan Indian Band water system.

An evacuation alert remains in place and residents returning home should be prepared to leave if fire conditions change.

The band urged residents to remain prepared in case another evacuation order is issued. Residents should fill their vehicles with gas, keep at least three days’ worth of food and essential supplies on hand and make plans for livestock and other animals.

The Bradley Creek wildfire remained at 2,853 hectares as of 8 a.m. Aug. 8, according to the BC Wildfire Service.

Lauren Accili
Lauren Accili
Lauren is a journalist based in Salmon Arm, B.C. She started her journalism career in Vancouver, previously lived in Ladner her whole life, and joined the Vista Radio Salmon Arm team in 2025. Her bio says she’s excited to get to know the community and share its stories.

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