The Boltres Creek Wildfire is stable and no longer showing growth. Those who have been tactically evacuated are safe to return home. With the evacuation orders now lifted, the Reception Centre at Kal Tire Place is now closed. Highway 97 has fully re-opened to traffic.
The Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) will deactivate and wind down its operations. Emergency responders and EOC staff remain ready to respond as needed. Residents should continue to stay prepared for wildfire season.
The City of Vernon thanks local residents, BC Wildfire Service, neighbouring fire departments, and the RCMP for their quick response and support.
BC Wildfire aircraft will continue to use Kalamalka Lake as a water source. We are asking the public to give these critical resources room to work. Anyone on the water should move quickly out of the way of aircraft to give them the space they need to move safely. Ground crews will remain on scene throughout the night.
This wildfire may be highly visible to travellers along Highway 97. For information on road conditions and closures, visit DriveBC.
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