Hectares
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All evacuation alerts rescinded in PeachlandAccording to BC Wildfire Service, the Glen Lake wildfire, which grew to 1,116.2 hectares, is now being held, meaning its not expected to grow under current conditions.FireSep 28, 2023
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Evacuation orders issued for properties near Glen Lake wildfireThe fire has grown from 50 hectares Sunday morning to 75 hectares as of Sunday afternoon. The blaze is currently classified as out of control, and is suspected to be human caused.FireSep 17, 2023
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New wildfire discovered west of Peachland, B.C.The latest fire, burning near Glen Lake west of Peachland, is believed to be human caused and is estimated to be about 50 hectares in size, according to BC Wildfire Service.FireSep 17, 2023
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Lladnar Creek wildfire near Sparwood, B.C. grows to 820 hectaresAccording to BC Wildfire Service, the fire’s size increase is partially due to Saturday’s prescribed burn operations.FireAug 6, 2023
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Additional crews from U.S. help battle Eagle Bluff wildfire near OsoyoosOver 20 specialized groundcrew wildfire fighters from the U.S. have been deployed to the Eagle Bluff wildfire burning near Osoyoos.FireAug 5, 2023
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Eagle Bluff wildfire near Osoyoos, B.C., captured by Global News viewersAs of Sunday morning, the Eagle Bluff wildfire is listed as out of control, and is estimated to have grown to 885 hectares on the Canadian side of the border.FireJul 30, 2023
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New wildfire in Grand Forks grows to 151 hectaresAt 151 hectares in size, the blaze is listed as out of control. BC Wildfire Service says the cause is unknown and under investigation.FireOct 9, 2022
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Extended wildfire season keeping fire crews busy in the OkanaganDry, warm conditions this September have helped extend wildfire season in the Okanagan, after a later-than-usual start thanks to a wet and cool spring.FireSep 9, 2022
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South Okanagan couple works to save home from Keremeos Creek wildfireThe moment the couple watched their neighbour's home burn to the ground on the first night of the fire, is when they knew their home could be next and it was time to evacuate.FireAug 6, 2022
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