Skaha Creek Wildfire

• New wildfire near Penticton, B.C. classified as ‘under control’: BCWS

  According to BC Wildfire Service (BCWS), the fire grew to 0.3 hectares in size before crews were able to get it contained. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time.

  Fire

  Sep 4, 2022
  
• ‘Minimal’ activity expected Sunday at Skaha Creek and Hedges Butte wildfires

  The Skaha Creek wildfire is no longer considered out of control and is now listed as "being held."

  Canada

  Sep 5, 2021
  
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• Skaha Creek wildfire: Penticton Indian Band issues evacuation alert

  According to officials, the Penticton Indian Band evacuation alert affects approximately 240 properties.

  Environment

  Aug 31, 2021
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• IN PHOTOS: Skaha Creek wildfire near Penticton, B.C. erupts ‘like a volcano’

  The 100-hectare Skaha Creek wildfire is burning directly above the luxury Skaha Hills development west of Penticton, B.C.

  Canada

  Aug 30, 2021
• Wildfire near Penticton, B.C. balloons to 200 hectares, marches towards luxury development

  The Skaha Creek wildfire is highly visible from the entire City of Penticton, Highway 97 and surrounding communities.

  Environment

  Aug 30, 2021
• Cooler temperatures help slow growth of Skaha Creek wildfire near Penticton, B.C.

  While the Skaha Hills subdivision is nearby, officials said no homes are threatened by the wildfire that is considered to be out-of-control.

  Environment

  Aug 29, 2021
• Out-of-control wildfire breaks out just 6 km southwest of Penticton

  The Skaha Creek wildfire was estimated at 0.3 hectares in size as of 2:45 p.m.

  Canada

  Aug 28, 2021