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Wildfires

Updates and information about Wildfires in the area

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Press Release 16 - Bradley Creek Wildfire Update

Evacuation Order and Alert areas remain unchanged at this time. Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and continue checking their properties for embers and fire-related debris. Air Quality Warning: Environment Canada has issued an Orange Air Quality Warning for the North Okanagan, with the Air Quality Health Index currently at 10 (High Risk).

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Press Release 15 - Bradley Creek Wildfire - 1100 am

August 6, 2026 11:00 am] — Evacuation Order and Alert areas remain unchanged at this time. There is an incoming weather system which is predicting hot dry weather with the potential for increased winds and dry lightning. Please remain vigilant in checking your properties for embers and debris from the fire. Environment Canada has issued a yellow health warning for the North Okanagan. More information about current air quality status can be found at their website: https://weather.gc.ca/airquality. Environment Canada recommends that at-risk populations, children and elderly should avoid outdoor physical exertion. The general population should reduce or reschedule strenuous activities outdoors. The observed Air Quality Health Index is currently posted as 10+ for the North Okanagan. We are still asking people to refrain from entering the evacuation order area as crews continue to work addressing hazards: • BC Hydro crews are in the area dealing with extensive damage caused by the wildfire. • Danger tree assessments are taking place. • Access and egress for fire equipment is critical and still ongoing. Please ensure you are not impeding the ability for these crews to move freely. Non-residents are asked to stay out of the Evacuation Alert areas as residents return to their homes so they can get back safely.

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Press Release 14 - Bradley Creek Wildfire 16:00

Bradley Creek Wildfire – K41351 - August 5, 2026 16:00 update Evacuation Order and Alert areas remain unchanged at this time. There is an incoming incoming weather system which is predicting hot dry weather with the potential for increased winds and dry lightning. Please remain vigilant in checking your properties for embers and debris from the fire. We are still asking people to refrain from entering the evacuation order area as crews continue to work addressing hazards: • BC Hydro crews are in the area dealing with extensive damage caused by the wildfire. • Danger tree assessments are taking place. • Access and egress for fire equipment is critical and still ongoing. Please ensure you are not impeding the ability for these crews to move freely.

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A Message of Gratitude from the Chief Administrative Officer

The events surrounding the Bradley Creek Fire over the BC Day long weekend will be remembered as one of the most challenging emergencies our community has faced. While the fire spread with unprecedented speed, it also revealed something equally powerful—the strength, resilience, and compassion of our community.

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Press Release 13 - Bradley Creek Wildfire K41351

Bradley Creek Wildfire – K41351 - August 5, 2026 13:00 updates Evacuation Order and Alert areas remain the unchanged at this time, upon the recommendation of BC Wildfire. We are still asking people to refrain from entering the evacuation order area as crews continue to work addressing hazards: • BC Hydro crews are in the area dealing with extensive damage caused by the wildfire. • Danger tree assessments are taking place. • Access and egress for fire equipment is critical and still ongoing. Please ensure you are not impeding the ability for these crews to move freely. Non-residents are asked to stay out of the Evacuation Alert areas as residents return to their homes so they can get back safely.

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Press Release 12 - Bradley Creek Wildfire K41351

August 4, 2026 3:45 pm] — Evacuation Order and Alert areas remain unchanged at this time, upon the recommendation of BC Wildfire. We are still asking people to refrain from entering the evacuation order area as crews continue to work addressing hazards: • BC Hydro crews are in the area dealing with down power lines and infrastructure issues. • Danger tree assessments are taking place. • Access and egress for fire equipment is critical and still ongoing. Please ensure you are not impeding the ability for these crews to move freely. Non-residents are asked to stay out of the Evacuation Alert areas as residents return to their homes so they can get back safely. Road Closure Highway 97 remains closed due to the wildfire. Residents that live in the area that are not on alert or order may still experience delays with various services such as parcel delivery, recycling pick up, and garbage pick up. We are working with the Ministry of Transportation to minimize the inconvenience but appreciate your patience as we respond to the changing situation.

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Press Release 11 - Bradley Creek Wildfire K41351

Evacuation Order and Alert areas have been amended upon the recommendation of BC Wildfire. Wildfire crews strong efforts over the weekend have allowed us to shrink the Evacuation Order area and amend the alert areas. “Please be respectful of our residents that have lost homes and structures,” states Mayor Fraser. “We are still confirming final numbers but have 2 confirmed homes lost and 2 confirmed outbuildings lost. It’s also important to note that many people are returning home today in the Township but we still have 13 properties on Evacuation Order and 721 properties on Evacuation Alert. Non-residents are asked to stay out of the Evacuation Alert areas as residents return to their homes so they can get back safely.” “Our thoughts also go out to our neighbours in various communities that remain evacuated from their homes due to this fire,” notes Mayor Fraser, “ and we want to thank BC Wildfire, the many fire fighters and fire departments, response agencies, businesses, and volunteers who have helped to support our community.”

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Press Release 10 - Bradley Creek Wildfire - Amended Order and Alert Areas

Evacuation Order and Alert areas have been amended upon the recommendation of BC Wildfire. Wildfire crews strong efforts today and over the weekend have allowed us to shrink the Evacuation Order area and amend the alert areas. Properties that were on evacuation alert earlier today remain on alert. The area between St Annes Road and Highway 97 remains on Evacuation Order. All other areas have been previously on evacuation order have been downgraded to alert.

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Press Release 9 - Bradley Creek Wildfire K41351

[Spallumcheen, BC – August 3, 2026 15:00] — Evacuation Order and Alert areas remain the same. The Township will be reassessing Evacuation Alert and Order areas in conjunction with BC Wildfire throughout the remainder of the day as their work progresses. The Township currently has: 355 Properties on Evacuation Order 387 Properties on Evacuation Alert

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Press Release 8 - Bradley Creek Wildfire - K41351

Evacuation Order and Alert areas remain the same this morning. The Township will be reassessing Evacuation Alert and Order areas in conjunction with BC Wildfire throughout the day as their work progresses. The Township currently has: 355 Properties on Evacuation Order 387 Properties on Evacuation Alert

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