Knox Mountain

• Fire evacuees dealing with uncertain future in Kelowna, West Kelowna

  Robert Pullen and his husband, Warren, got a knock on their door on Thursday night from a neighbour, and estimate they had about 10 minutes to get out the door.

  Fire

  Aug 20, 2023
  
• Knox Mountain Park reopens to pedestrians and cyclists

  Park visitors should avoid the burned area and follow sanctioned trails to ensure their safety and to help reduce the fire risk.

  Fire

  Jul 7, 2023
  
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• Kelowna RCMP seek tips to solve Knox Mountain wildfire

  The Knox Mountain wildfire in Kelowna grew quickly after it was reported Saturday afternoon, spreading to two hectares and then 6.5 ha before crews got the upper hand.

  Canada

  Jul 6, 2023
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• Knox Mountain fire alerts and orders rescinded, but hazards remain

  The majority of Knox Mountain Park remains closed and City of Kelowna staff will be in the park on Tuesday to identify wildfire mitigation hazards and assess infrastructure damage.

  Fire

  Jul 4, 2023
• Public urged to avoid Knox Mountain, Paul’s Tomb area as crews continue wildfire cleanup

  Those caught in the Knox Mountain or Paul's Tomb area could face a fine of up to $500, as it is still considered an active fire zone.

  Fire

  Jul 2, 2023
• Kelowna RCMP says Canada Day crowd was ‘well behaved’

  60,000 people were expected to come to Kelowna’s downtown for the festivities – prompting police to plan ahead by adding additional support both on the ground and on the lake.

  Canada

  Jul 2, 2023
• Kelowna’s Knox Mountain wildfire in ‘mop up’ stage

  Those living in the areas still under an evacuation alert are being advised to be ready to leave at a moment’s notice, according to Central Okanagan Emergency Operations.

  Fire

  Jul 2, 2023
• Popular hiking trail in Kelowna to undergo temporary closure

  The city says the work is expected to last eight or weeks, until the end of May.

  Canada

  Mar 30, 2023
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• Neighbours take City of Kelowna to court over permit for tall apartment project

  Kelowna resident Murray Porubanec is seeking judicial review of city council's approval of a development permit for a four-storey apartment complex at 630 Boynton Place.

  Traffic

  Feb 17, 2023
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• Woman saved from precarious position on Kelowna mountain

  The woman was around three-quarters of the way down the steep mountainside, under a tree, when officers found her.

  Crime

  Sep 28, 2022