Here are some resources in the West Kelowna/Kelowna/Lake Country and surrounding areas :
For up to date evacuation reports and up to date news reports please click here
For map of fire are please click here
How to prepare for evacuation please click here
Evacuee Support is requested to apply online where able. You can apply here
Sign up for email notifications to stay updated on evacuations here
In person information centres:
Evacuees from West Kelowna who live south of Traders Cove can go to the Information Centre at Royal LePage Place at 2760 Cameron Rd. For those who live north of Traders Cove, a reception centre for evacuees has been opened at Kal Tire Place at 3445 43rd Ave. in Vernon, around 60 kilometres north of West Kelowna, as well as Princess Margaret secondary School 120 Green Ave West, Penticton Reception Centres open from 9am-8pm daily
Evacuees are encouraged to find temporary lodging with family and friends, or visit a reception centre. The Salvation Army at 1480 Sutherland Avenue Kelowna is available as a place to go if needed.
We will be updating as much as possible as we get more information. You can also listen to our sister station in Kamloops AM News Radio NL as they will be updating information as well.
Ways to Support Our Communities in Crisis:
2023 Wildfire Response Fund – Central Okanagan Foundation
Volunteer for Food Delivery, Evacuation Centre help or any other service you maybe able to offer click here
Salvation Army
Stay Safe. Check on your neighbours and help whomever you can.
