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BC wildfires 2023

Long lines, frustrating communication frustrating some Central Okanagan evacuees

Petra Löwer Aug 20, 2023

With an estimated 30,000 people around the Central Okanagan forced to flee their homes, a herculean effort has been launched to meet needs, but it’s not been a completely smooth endeavour. Long lines, people sleeping in their cars…
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Wind picking up around Ross Moore Lake wildfire prompts evacuation orders and boundary restrictions

Petra Löwer Aug 18, 2023

Descrease article font size Increase article font size Across the province high winds are fueling wildfires and the Ross Moore wildfire is no different. The fire burning 10…
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Wildfire spotted above West Kelowna; precautionary evacuation alert issued

Petra Löwer Jul 18, 2023

Descrease article font size Increase article font size A highly-visible wildfire burning around 15 kilometres north of West Kelowna has prompted a precautionary evacuation…
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