Victoria Femia

News Anchor / Video Journalist

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• Kelowna Rockets fall short in 6-5 loss to Portland Winterhawks

  Marcus Nguyen gave the Winterhawks their first win of the season 1:42 into extra time.

  Sports

  Sep 24
• Improvements to Kelowna intersection to begin this week

  The intersection is being upgraded to an all-way stop controlled intersection to safely accommodate the continued traffic growth in the area.

  Traffic

  Sep 24
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• Police warn of phone scam impersonating Kelowna RCMP non-emergency line

  The complainant was initially contacted by phone in which the caller advised the complainant they had a warrant for their arrest and requested personal information.

  Crime

  Sep 24
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• Rain suppresses fire activity on Glen Lake wildfire near Peachland, B.C.

  Firefighters and helicopters are continuing to work on the northeast and southeast flanks or the fire, which is mapped at 1,116 hectares in size.

  Fire

  Sep 24
• Police investigate possible child luring in Summerland, B.C.

  According to RCMP, a 10-year-old girl reported to her parents that on Sept. 20, while walking to Giants Head Elementary, she was approached by a man driving along Kelly Avenue.

  Crime

  Sep 24
• Above-average temperatures could increase fall fire activity in Okanagan

  Planned ignitions are continuing on the McDougall Creek wildfire to remove any unburnt fuels and bring the fire closer to containment lines.

  Fire

  Sep 10
• Two bighorn sheep killed in West Kelowna wildfire

  With much of the backcountry still burning, it means more wildlife is moving closer to the city, prompting a warning from conservation to be mindful of attractants.

  Fire

  Sep 8
• B.C. wildfires: More people return to West Kelowna as more planned ignitions get underway

  The fire remains out of control at 12,318 hectares, but according to the West Kelowna Fire Department, there have been improvements on the front lines.

  Fire

  Aug 25
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• Ways to navigate your mental health during devastating B.C. wildfire season

  McEachern also says that it's important to manage mental health stressors with a professional now so that it doesn't have a greater effect in the days and weeks to come.

  Fire

  Aug 22
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• Kelowna construction company to halt crane use following injunction

  According to court documents, the crane used by Stober on the construction of Movala has the capacity to overswing the Palisade, including the terrace, by 20 metres.

  Canada

  Aug 12
• Impact of B.C. drought on province’s fish could be severe, experts say

  If these severe droughts and extremely high temperatures persist year after year, there could be bigger problems, especially in the Okanagan.

  Environment

  Aug 6
• ‘Pretty emotional’: Kelowna man swims entire distance of Okanagan Lake in 71 hours

  In just under three days, Nick Pelletier of Kelowna swam the entire distance of Okanagan Lake, from Vernon to Penticton.

  Features

  Aug 5
• International firefighters arrive in B.C. to assist in wildfire efforts

  “They will join over 600 out-of-province firefighting resource personnel already here in B.C., as well as the 2,000 BC Wildfire personnel that are already fighting fires.”

  Fire

  Jul 23
• Okanagan Animal Food Bank in need of supplies amid severe wildfire season

  The food bank operates as an umbrella organization that connects agencies on the ground with pet food, crates, and other supplies needed, but their resources are depleting.

  Canada

  Jul 23
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• Part of Kamloops under evacuation orders and alerts due to wildfire

  According to the BC Wildfire Service, the fire was burning at a rank 4 on Saturday, prompting a heavy equipment task force to be activated for this incident.

  Fire

  Jul 23
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• Drone activity in Penticton Fire Zone hampering wildfire response, authorities say

  The presence of drones near an active wildfire slows down response, says the wildfire service. It completely shuts down aerial firefighting efforts.

  Fire

  Jul 23
• Wildfire burning near Adams Lake, B.C. grows to 1,786 hectares

  The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) says the wildfire continues to grow, primarily towards the north flank and away from populated areas.

  Fire

  Jul 23
• Uptick in calls for pets in hot vehicles in Kelowna; leave them at home, officials say

  Police and fire officials in Kelowna, B.C., say responding to calls about pets left in hot vehicles chews up valuable resources. "Your dog is much happier at home."

  Canada

  Jul 23
• BC Wildfire crews limiting fire growth during initial attacks on Okanagan wildfires

  Keeping the fires small has much to do with both how crews are tackling the blaze as well as the way the public is reporting them.

  Fire

  Jul 14
• ‘It is heartbreaking’: Unhoused population dealing hot weather in the Okanagan

  During a heat warning, Interior Health advises residents to drink plenty of water, be aware of signs of overheating including dizziness or feeling unwell, and wear sunscreen.

  Canada

  Jul 9
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• Lightning sparks 50 new wildfires across B.C.

  The BC Wildfire Service says there more than 7,000 lightning strikes on Friday.

  Canada

  Jul 8
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• Youths smash windows of vape shop in Central Okanagan

  The group of six youths were caught on camera, smashing the back window of the vape shop and stuffing products in their bags, then running from the store.

  Crime

  Jul 1
• Increasing vacancy rate in Kelowna best path to improving housing affordability: City

  PC Urban Properties and Nicola Wealth Management will start construction this week on a six-storey development in Kelowna offering 192 purpose-built rental units.

  Canada

  Jun 27
• Westbank Museum hosts Westside Multiculturalism Day in the Central Okanagan

  This is the second year of the event, it features dance, art, and food. The event proved to be a popular one among event-goers, who were pleased to see the many different cultures.

  Features

  Jun 25
• Village of Lumby, B.C. to receive funds for flood, disaster mitigation

  'Disaster can strike at any time. That’s why our government is helping communities all over B.C. to plan and prepare for emergencies,' said MLA Harwinder Sandhu of Lumby funding.

  Environment

  Jun 25