Based upon recommendation from the BC Wildfire Service, the Regional District of North Okanagan is rescinding the Evacuation Alert for properties near Echo Lake due to the Echo Lake wildfire (#K41217).
Properties rescinded from the Evacuation Alert include:
11 Eight Mile Rd.
West end of Echo Lake going east and south, including DVM Bible Camp and properties 1812, 1815, 1824, 1848, 1855, 1864, 1871, 1876, 2126, 2230, 2234, 2241, 2242, 2244, 2245, 2246, 2376, 2432, 2450, 2478, 2485, 2510, 2514, 2530 Creighton Valley Rd.
Residents are reminded that although the Evacuation Alert has been removed, the entire Province is still facing threat of wildfire. We encourage you to stay connected with up to date information and remain aware of current situations and weather conditions.
Further information will be issued as updates are received from the BC Wildfire Service. RDNO residents are encouraged to visit www.rdno.ca/activeemergencies, and the RDNO Facebook page for more information. A detailed map of all Evacuation Alerts and Orders in the area can be found at EmergencyMapBC.
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For Media Inquiries:
Stacey Raftus, EOC Information Officer
250-550-3712 | stacey.raftus@rdno.ca