Thomas Creek Wildfire
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No sour grapes: Hit hard by smoke damage, Okanagan winery looks to brighter future'While attempts to mitigate the impact of the contamination were tried, the results did not meet the winery’s quality standards,' the family said in a blog post.EnvironmentApr 8, 2022
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White Rock Lake officially lightning caused, other major 2021 wildfire investigations ongoingOn the eve of a new wildfire season, the BC Wildfire Service has provided an update on efforts to determine the causes of some of last summer's major Okanagan blazes.CanadaMar 31, 2022
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CAF soldiers shifting from Oliver to Vernon for White Rock Lake wildfire fightMotorists can expect to see military vehicles along Highway 97 on Friday afternoon as soldiers move from Oliver to Vernon to help fight the White Rock Lake wildfire.CanadaAug 27, 2021
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Okanagan wildfires: Thomas Creek wildfire now at 8,242 hectaresThe fire near Okanagan Falls is listed at 8,242 hectares, up from 7,918 hectares on Thursday.CanadaJul 30, 2021
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Canadian Armed Forces arrive at Thomas Creek wildfireCanadian Armed Forces’ members have arrived and are assessing the fire to determine if their help will be needed.CanadaJul 25, 2021
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Residents living near fire outside of Okanagan Falls urged to take evacuation alert seriouslyThe Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen (RDOS) has 704 properties on an alert as a result of the nearly 7,000 ha blaze.NewsJul 22, 2021
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Specialized team takes control of Okanagan wildfire response effortsThe specialized team comprises an incident commander and other highly qualified staff to relieve pressure on the local fire zones.EnvironmentJul 18, 2021
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Evacuation alerts, order unchanged for Thomas Creek, Brenda Creek wildfiresBC Wildfire listed the Thomas Creek wildfire at 5,500 hectares on Friday, with the Brenda Creek wildfire at 400 hectares.CanadaJul 16, 2021
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Smoke and ash from wildfire near Okanagan Falls affecting entire regionOn Wednesday evening, the blaze was estimated to be 5,000 hectares up from 1,100 hectares on Tuesday.FireJul 14, 2021
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Boaters urged to stay off Skaha Lake as aerial attack continues on Thomas Creek wildfire“We ask that you please avoid the area from Heritage Hills, Skaha Estates, including Eastside Road, and Skaha Lake, due to ongoing operations," an official said.CanadaJul 13, 2021
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