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Canadian Armed Forces to assist with B.C. wildfire response

Canadian Armed Forces to assist with B.C. wildfire response

“We're deploying Canadian Forces assets and providing resources to help with evacuations, staging, and other logistical tasks.”
Kelowna Airport closed for third day, could open Sunday night

Kelowna Airport closed for third day, could open Sunday night

YLW has been working with the BC Wildfire Service, NAV Canada, and Transport Canada to ensure the safe operation of flights
Parents expect to pay $524 for back-to-school shopping

Parents expect to pay $524 for back-to-school shopping

Inflation and economic headwinds are impacting back-to-school shopping decisions
Weather reduces fire behaviour as crews construct guards to slow spread

Weather reduces fire behaviour as crews construct guards to slow spread

The Bush Creek East blaze has been reduced, thanks to a decrease in temperatures and lighter winds
Canada Task Force One arrives in West Kelowna to help with McDougall Creek

Canada Task Force One arrives in West Kelowna to help with McDougall Creek

The team of up to 50 members consists of police officers, firefighters, engineers, doctors, paramedics and various technical experts.
Wildfire destroyed several homes in Central Okanagan, others damaged

Wildfire destroyed several homes in Central Okanagan, others damaged

"Several” homes have been destroyed by the wildfire in Lake Country's Okanagan Centre area, while others have been partially damaged.
Vancouver has some of the worst air quality of any major city in the world right now

Vancouver has some of the worst air quality of any major city in the world right now

Typically Vancouver has fairly good air compared to the world's major cities, but wildfires can cause it to leap to the top of the table for worst air.
Last-minute work to upgrade Port Coquitlam playground before grand opening

Last-minute work to upgrade Port Coquitlam playground before grand opening

Here's a list of Port Coquitlam's planned park upgrades this fall in addition to Routley Park's completion.
Smoky skies trigger air quality alert for Metro Vancouver

Smoky skies trigger air quality alert for Metro Vancouver

"Stop or reduce your activity level if breathing becomes uncomfortable or you or someone in your care feel unwell."
Update: West Kelowna evacuation orders to remain in place for Sunday at least

Update: West Kelowna evacuation orders to remain in place for Sunday at least

The next 24 to 36 hours could be favourable conditions for crews