OLIVER – The potential for increasing winds fanning the Testalinden Creek wildfire south-west of Oliver has put more people under evacuation alert.
There are now 285 homes or properties affected by the warning.
The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen says residents should prepare for a possible evacuation order by:
• Locating all family members or co-workers and designate a Reception Centre outside
the evacuation area, should an evacuation be called while separated.
• Gathering essential items such as medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (i.e.
insurance), immediate care needs for dependents and, if you choose, keepsakes
(photographs, etc.). Have these items readily available for quick departure.
• Preparing to move any disabled persons and/or children.
• Making arrangements to move pets and livestock to a safe area.
• Arranging accommodation for your family if possible. In the event of an evacuation,
Reception Centres will be opened if required.
• Monitoring news sources for information on evacuation orders and locations of
Reception Centres.
Residents and farmers along crown lands interface zones are also advised to water interface areas up to three hours daily.
Other area residents are asked to conserve water as much as possible.
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