Christie Mountain

• South Okanagan wildlife area closed to public; still vulnerable from Christie Mountain wildfire

  A section of the McTaggart-Cowan/nsək’ɬniw’t wildlife management area was severely damaged by the massive fire that razed 2,122 hectares last August.

  Environment

  May 13, 2021
  
• ‘It’s wonderful’: B.C.’s Christie Mountain wildfire evacuees eager to return home

  The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen rescinded an evacuation order for the majority of the 319 properties in the Heritage Hills subdivision north of Okanagan Falls.

  Aug 25, 2020
  
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• B.C. Wildfires: Smoke advisory extended in South Okanagan, East Kootenay

  People with pre-existing health conditions and respiratory infections, older adults, pregnant women, children, and sensitive individuals be affected.

  Environment

  Aug 24, 2020
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• Forecasted winds fail to significantly increase Christie Mountain wildfire in B.C.

  People on evacuation alert in Penticton anxiously watched the Christie Mountain fire as strong winds blew the flames towards the city's direction.

  Canada

  Aug 22, 2020
• Backcountry east of Penticton closed until mid-October due to Christie Mountain wildfire

  The BC Wildfire Service issued a restriction order at noon on Friday to protect public safety and avoid interference with fire control.

  Fire

  Aug 22, 2020
• Christie Mountain wildfire: Rough terrain calls for aerial attack

  "It’s burning in some nasty terrain; it's pretty rocky and steep."

  Canada

  Aug 20, 2020