Reliably informed – residents from 260 homes allow to return to their houses

“It’s appearing to be safe for people — those residents — at this time to go back,” said Mark Pendergraft, chair of the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen.

“This is a big hit to a community like this … it pretty much affects everyone.” says Mayor Ron Hovanes

However, officials also said residents should be ready to leave again at a moment’s notice until the blaze is contained.

◾Wilson Mountain (Oliver N.) Fire Evacuation Order REMOVED but homes remain in Evacuation Alert. Oliver N. – residents can return but continue on an alert.

This fire 317 ha
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◾Testalinda Creek (Oliver S.) Fire Evacuation Order Remains in effect. (picture above)

1566 hectares – Residents from 100 homes affected by the evacuation order