Tag Archives: Weather
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for the Okanagan
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for the Okanagan, including Vernon and Kelowna.Environment Canada says conditions are prime for the development of a storm Tuesday, July 22, that could prod...
Jul 22, 2025
Summer roadwork ramps up across Kelowna with closures and delays ahead
Summer construction season is in full swing across Kelowna, and the City is warning drivers to prepare for traffic disruptions in several key areas beginning next week.On Burtch Road, lanes will be re...
Jul 18, 2025
Evacuation alert lifted for Whelan Creek wildfire, crews remain on the ground
The evacuation alert issued for properties in the Ellison area due to the Whelan Creek wildfire has been rescinded.The Central Okanagan Emergency Operations Centre confirmed Wednesday that 113 address...
Jul 10, 2025
West Kelowna’s Westside Daze returns with four days of fun
One of West Kelowna's most anticipated summer festivals is making its return this weekend.Westside Daze will bring live entertainment, carnival rides and family-friendly activities to Memorial Park fr...
Jul 10, 2025
UPDATE: High Streamflow Advisory rescinded
UPDATE: 11:40 a.m. July 10An advisory that was issued in response to heavy rainfall in the area has been lifted.The B.C. River Forecast Centre lifted the High Streamflow Advisory for the Lower Thompso...
Jul 09, 2025
Big White Bike Park gears up for major summer expansion
Big White Bike Park is ramping up for one of its busiest build seasons yet, with nearly 10 per cent more terrain set to open this summer.The mountain's trail crew has been hard at work refreshing exis...
Jul 08, 2025
Hiker airlifted with serious injuries after rescue at Fintry Provincial Park
One person was seriously injured and airlifted to safety Monday evening following a rescue at the base of a canyon in Fintry Provincial Park.West Kelowna Fire Rescue says crews were called around 7 p....
Jul 08, 2025
Fake signs claim poor water quality in Penticton float channel
The City of Penticton is warning residents and visitors about fake signs and handouts that falsely claim the water in the Penticton Channel is unsafe.In a statement, city officials say the materials a...
Jul 07, 2025
Whalen Creek wildfire prompts state of local emergency, evacuation orders in Kelowna’s Ellison area
A state of local emergency has been declared due to the Whalen Creek wildfire, also known as the Rockface wildfire, in the Ellison area of Kelowna. Evacuation orders and alerts remain in effect for do...
Jul 07, 2025
West Kelowna group launches wildfire safety sign campaign
A group of West Kelowna residents is turning the trauma of last year's McD,ougall Creek wildfire into action, launching a grassroots fundraising campaign to boost public awareness and safety as fire s...
Jul 04, 2025
