Final RDCO evacuation alerts lifted for White Rock Lake wildfire
The Regional District of Central Okanagan has rescinded the remaining Evacuation Alerts for the White Rock Lake wildfire, as well as the State of Local Emergency which has been in effect since July 30, 2021.
With the removal of the final Evacuation Alert order, for 1,316 properties on Bouleau Lake Road and in Estamont, Ewings Landing, Killiney Beach and Westshore Estates, there are no more evacuation orders or alerts in place within the Central Okanagan.
The only Local State of Emergency which lasted longer was for flood response and recovery in 2017.
“Our hearts go out to the North Westside communities as they begin the road to recovery from the longest wildfire-related evacuation in our regional district’s history,” said Regional District of Central Okanagan Chair Gail Given. “We know what a trying and emotional summer this has been for property owners, and we will work with them and the various service providers, provincial ministries, utilities and other agencies in the days and weeks ahead to restore the community.”