(as of 3:30 p.m.)
The City of Vernon continues to monitor the White Rock Lake fire and is in close contact with BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) regarding the fire’s activity and potential impacts within Vernon’s municipal boundary. BCWS reports that the cooler temperatures we’ve experienced this week…
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement and special air quality statement for the North Okanagan, including Vernon. Daytime high temperatures for the next few days are expected to be near or above 35 degrees Celsius with overnight minimum temperatures near or above 18 degrees.…
UPDATE:
The water main repairs have been completed and water service has been restored for the affected properties. Residents may experience turbidity in the water when they turn their taps back on. If this occurs, please run your cold water for up to 5 minutes to clear your lines.
The City…
A major reconstruction project continues on 37th Avenue and 31st Street. The work includes replacement of road, sidewalk, water main, storm sewer, and sanitary sewers. Improved streetlighting, safety improvements at the rail crossing, and new sidewalk, are also part of the planned upgrades.
Work at…
(as of 4:15 p.m.)
The City of Vernon continues to monitor the White Rock Lake fire and is in close contact with BC Wildfire Service regarding the fire’s activity and potential impacts within Vernon’s municipal boundary.
Evacuation ALERT information:
An Evacuation ALERT remains in place for the…
Vernon Regional transit temporary service reduction (White Rock Lake fire Emergency)
The following information is from BC Transit as of August 8, 2021
Please be advised of the following alert for all routes in Vernon Regional Transit System:
Due to the White Rock Lake forest fire, Vernon Regional…
PARTIAL EVACUATION ALERT RESCINDED FOR THE CITY OF VERNON
Based on reduced fire activity and a change in weather conditions, including light rain in the area, the City of Vernon will be rescinding the current Evacuation Alert for properties within the City of Vernon boundaries, excluding Canadian…
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PARKING FOR EVACUEES
Recreational vehicle parking for the White Rock Lake Fire evacuees is currently available at any of the three SD#22 elementary schools listed below:
Beairsto Elementary (evacuees can also use the school bus parking on 28th Street and if needed…
Many areas within the City of Vernon boundaries remain under Evacuation Alert. *Areas excluded from the Evacuation Alert are listed below.
At this time, no areas within the City of Vernon boundaries have been issued an Evacuation Order.
The change in weather including the rain has…
The Vernon ESS Reception Centre is welcoming residents who have been evacuated due to the White Rock Lake wildfire (#K61884), and helping to connect them with basic needs such as food, shelter and essential items.
The City of Vernon would like to thank everyone who has expressed interest in…
