Evacuation alert lifted for part of Penticton as wildfire threat subsides

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The BC Wildfire Service says the fire has burned more than 20 square kilometres, but the fire’s activity is now minimal and there have been no major flare-ups

Meanwhile, the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen says re-entry plans are being finalized to provide residents of the Heritage Hills neighbourhood safe access to their homes.

Trees and other potential dangers are also being assessed and the regional district says it’s working with BC Parks to ensure the safety and security of Skaha Bluffs Provincial Park. The BC Wildfire Service says it is working with the regional district and the City of Penticton regarding recommendations to downgrade the existing evacuation orders and alerts as conditions improve.On Sunday, 192 firefighters worked with structure-protection personnel and multiple fire departments. They continued strengthening control lines on the southwest flank of the fire with support from 15 helicopters, the service said.

 

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