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6am Prowl Saturday
Agencies and Indian Bands get together to review the facts of the Nk’Mip Creek Fire
Representatives from BC Wildfire Service (BCWS), Town of Oliver, Town of Osoyoos, Penticton Indian Band (PIB) and the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary (RDKB) provided updates on the Nk’Mip Creek wildfire. Working with FortisBC, Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure to protect power infrastructure and keep highway open There will be no permit access granted to […]
Fire grows to the north and expands its territory
Nk’Mip Creek (K52061) Last updated: Friday, July 23, 2021 at 1:21 PM Location: 6 kilometres north of Osoyoos Discovered: Monday, July 19, 2021 Size: 6,800.0 hectares The fire is classified as Out of Control. High temperatures and wind speeds have resulted in heightened wildfire activity and increased smoke. This morning there was improved visibility on […]
Oliver FD strapped – asks for mutual aid from Osoyoos, Willowbrook and OK Falls
The battle continues in Oliver inside the OIB land boundaries – adjacent to the Town of Oliver with helicopters, BCWFS personal, contractors, Parks Canada and the local municipal FD. Okanagan Falls not available to help Willowbrook is not available to help Osoyoos is on the way with a full compliment of personnel and an engine. […]
In the sky, in the river – life in Oliver – wildfires and hot temperatures
Down the aisle
RDOS to match reserve donation with gas tax money
To all Due to current events I had did little more than glance at your reply yesterday ( Carol Sheridan) Jacks interest prompted me to make time and I will say I am happy with the decision.With that in mind I will look to match the $250,000.00 from the Arena Tangible Asset Reserve from […]