Tag Archives: Weather
Kelowna launches summer programs ahead of May long weekend
Signs of summer are returning to Kelowna, with the seasonal launch of programs and amenities across the city just ahead of the May long weekend.Meet Me on Bernard will begin Friday, May 16, turning Be...
May 14, 2025
Knox Mountain Park access restricted for hill climb event this weekend
Kelowna's Knox Mountain Park will see several closures this weekend as the long-running Knox Mountain Hill Climb event takes over the area.The race takes place Saturday, May 17, and Sunday, May 18, bu...
May 13, 2025
Bernard Avenue closes to vehicles as summer pedestrian zone returns to downtown Kelowna
A popular summer tradition is set to return to downtown Kelowna as parts of Bernard Avenue close to traffic and open to pedestrians.Beginning Tuesday, May 13 at 6 a.m., the 200 and 300 blocks of Berna...
May 12, 2025
BC Wildfire Service closely monitoring Washington state blaze
A heavy blanket of smoke descended on Oliver and Osoyoos late Wednesday, as shifting winds carried haze north from a wildfire burning just across the Washington State border.The Wannacut Fire, which h...
May 08, 2025
'Tinder dry' hedge goes up in flames near Kelowna General Hospital: Video
A dramatic fire near Kelowna General Hospital is prompting renewed calls for caution in the Okanagan, as extremely dry vegetation poses a growing risk across the region.The fire broke out Tuesday nigh...
May 07, 2025
Rapid snowmelt, Okanagan creek levels up, closures: Video
Spring runoff is making its presence known across the Okanagan, with creeks running high and fast, and water features like Fintry Falls roaring as snowmelt continues.The annual freshet is underway, an...
May 05, 2025
Central Okanagan urges residents to be ready before disaster strikes
With Emergency Preparedness Week set for May 4 to 10, the Central Okanagan Emergency Operations Centre is encouraging residents to take a few simple steps now to be ready for emergencies.This year's t...
May 02, 2025
Expect flames and smoke from Rose Valley park pile burning
Expect to see smoke and flames across Okanagan Lake in the coming days.But residents are assured its part of a carefully planned and permitted monitored operation to reduce debris and leftover slash i...
Apr 25, 2025
Get smart about fire now: West Kelowna Fire Chief
West Kelowna is taking proactive steps to reduce wildfire risk, as fire officials warn the season could arrive earlier than usual depending on spring weather patterns.A five acre wildfire mitigation p...
Apr 24, 2025
B.C. fruit growers invest in new tools to protect crops from extreme weather
The program is part of the provincial government's wider effort to protect B.C agriculture from the growing threat of climate change.ate Resiliency program.The program supports 67 projects across the ...
Apr 24, 2025
