British Columbia Declares State of Emergency Due to Bald Range Wildfire
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British Columbia Provincial Government, Premier David Eby
Okanagan region, British Columbia, Canada
August 7-8, 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 28/10/2026, 4:30:59 AM
The British Columbia government declared a state of emergency as the Bald Range wildfire spread rapidly. Over 20,000 people were ordered to evacuate in the Peachland and Summerland areas. The fire grew to 103 square kilometres by Saturday afternoon, prompting federal assistance for shelter and accommodations.
- Earlier version 18/10/2026, 3:41:03 AM
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