Mill Creek

• Officials attempting to identify body found in aftermath of fire near Kelowna encampment

  Investigators are now working with the BC Coroner Service to determine both the cause of death and the identity of a deceased man. 

  Fire

  Sep 11, 2023
  
• Mill Creek in Kelowna to undergo more flood-mitigation work

  The six-year Mill Creek flood protection project in Kelowna began in 2021 and has a $10-million price tag. The second phase begins Monday and will include the removal of trees.

  Environment

  Jul 5, 2023
  
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• Warning to stay away from North Saskatchewan River, Edmonton’s creeks as water levels rise

  Edmontonians, as well as people up and downstream from the city, may expect high water levels and increased current flow in the coming days.

  Weather

  Jun 15, 2023
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• Kelowna residents may see less freshet frustration around Mill Creek

  As part of that project, the city made improvements to the diversion structure located next to the Okanagan Rail Trail east of Dilworth Drive.

  Weather

  May 4, 2023
• State of local emergency for Central Okanagan expires

  The state of local emergency for flooding along Mission Creek, Scotty Creek and the upper reaches of Mill Creek expired Wednesday at 12:01 a.m.

  Canada

  Jun 29, 2022
• State of local emergency declared in Kelowna, B.C. in response to flooding

  Central Okanagan Emergency Operations says it declared the local state of emergency due to flooding in Mission, Scott and Mill creeks.

  Canada

  Jun 14, 2022
• Small bridge near Kelowna airport to be replaced; road closure to last 3-4 weeks

  On Tuesday, the City of Kelowna announced that it will be replacing Mill Creek bridge along Old Vernon Road and that closures will be in effect for most of March.

  Canada

  Feb 22, 2022
• Mill Creek flood protection project underway in Kelowna

  "What we are trying to do is to be able to stop the debris and control the debris," Rod MacLean said.

  Weather

  Nov 29, 2021
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• Kelowna cougar continues to evade capture following 2 attempted dog attacks

  Live traps are still set in the Kelowna area and people are reminded to take precautions to protect themselves and their pets after a series of cougar encounters in October.

  Environment

  Nov 5, 2021
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• Good progress made on the Mill Creek fire burning near Squamish

  The District of Squamish said progress made on the fire, which is on the west side of Howe Sound and south of Squamish, overnight was good.

  Canada

  Jul 21, 2021