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Fire kills about 40 calves at Sicamous dairy farm

A Sicamous family is dealing with the loss of about 40 calves after a fire caused significant damage to three structures at D Dutchmen Dairy early Thursday.

Prescribed burn scheduled for Harvey Lake Reservoir area tomorrow

A prescribed burn is taking place tomorrow in the Harvey lake Reservoir area. approximately seven kilometres southeast of Lavington. 

Splatsin rescinds evacuation alert in Salmon River IR1

Splatsin has rescinded the evacuation alert in Salmon River IR1 that was issued on Aug. 1 due to the Bradley Creek Wildfire.

RCMP confirm death of 80-year-old woman due to Summerland wildfire

An 80-year-old woman died while evacuating the Bald Range wildfire near Summerland, RCMP said Sunday.

Penticton mayor says community rallying to support wildfire evacuees

Penticton’s mayor said officials are watching the wind direction as the out-of-control Bald Range wildfire prompts evacuation orders and alerts for nearby areas.

Kelowna Airport facing cancellations as wildfires pose challenges

Wildfires and smoky skies in the Okanagan have been affecting flights at Kelowna International Airport.
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Update: “Everybody’s going to know somebody who has lost a home” Summerland mayor provides update on Bald Range Wildfire

A wildfire west of Summerland near Trout Creek has expanded rapidly, growing by about 950 hectares, or 9.5 square kilometres, in roughly 90 minutes.

“The community is really strong” Penticton-Summerland MLA speaks on Bald Range wildfire

As the Bald Range wildfire continues to burn, Penticton-Summerland MLA Amelia Boultbee hopes to shed some light on the current situation.

Bradley Creek Wildfire now “being held”

The Bradley Creek Wildfire is now "being held" according to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWFS).

Penticton on edge as Bald Range evacuation alerts reach city boundary

Penticton was on edge Saturday night as evacuation alerts tied to the Bald Range wildfire reached the city boundary and officials urged residents to prepare grab-and-go kits, according to the City of Penticton.
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Bradley Creek wildfire being held as evacuation restrictions ease

The Bradley Creek wildfire near Vernon is now classified as being held, according to the BC Wildfire Service, as evacuation restrictions ease in parts of the North Okanagan.

RCMP investigating possible death amid Bald Range wildfire

RCMP and the B.C. Coroners Service are investigating a report of a possible death as a wildfire forces evacuations in the Summerland area.
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