Vernon wraps up response to Bradley Creek wildfire

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“Since the Bradley Creek wildfire began, Vernon has supported thousands of evacuees through our host-community Emergency Support Services (ESS) response,” Vernon Fire Rescue Services Chief, David Lind, said.

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“Our ESS teams, volunteers and community partners worked together to provide accommodation, food, essential supports and trusted information, while helping people navigate a difficult and uncertain time. As our host-community response comes to an end, I want to thank everyone who stepped up to support evacuees. As a community, you once again took on a difficult task and did your very best to help people during a time of need.”

Over the course of the response, the city supported more than 2,600 evacuees with group lodging, assistance to access ESS, and adjusted city services including free access for evacuees to the Vernon Recreation Centre pool.

The city noted the wildfire risks persist and urged people to remain vigilant, be cautious of their activities, and take steps to prevent fires from starting and spreading.

As of time of publication the Bradley Creek wildfire was still Being Held, with B.C. Wildfire Service patrolling the perimeter and extinguishing hot spots.