UPDATE - July 29 @ 11:30 AM -
Based upon recommendation from the BC Wildfire Service, the Regional District of North Okanagan is rescinding the Evacuation Alert for properties along the west shore of Sugar Lake due to the Sitkum Creek wildfire (#K41109). Properties rescinded from the Evacuation Alert include:
All seasonal properties located on the west shore of Sugar Lake
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.
See the full Evacuation notice here.
In addition to the above Evacuation Order, based upon recommendation from the BC Wildfire Service, an Evacuation ALERT has been issued by Regional District North Okanagan (RDNO) at the Emergency Operations Centre for the west side of Sugar Lake due to the wildfire at Sitkum Creek (#K41109).
Because of the potential danger to life and health, and a number of recreation sites within the proximity of Sugar Lake, the RDNO has issued an Evacuation Alert for the following areas:
All recreational properties located on the west shore of Sugar Lake
This has been implemented to limit access to the Evacuation Alert area. Due to limited evacuation escape routes, travel through the Evacuation Alert Area to Spectrum or Greenbush Lake is not recommended. If an Evacuation Order is required for the area, there are limited routes back to safety.
See the Evacuation Alert area map and full Evacuation notice here.