# range wildfire (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover range wildfire. Page: Feed: --- ## [Get ready for Oliver's biggest party of the year with Wine Capital Weekend](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/628702/Get-ready-for-Oliver-s-biggest-party-of-the-year-with-Wine-Capital-Weekend) _2026-08-21 · Contributed · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ "Be Surprised in Oliver" is a collaboration between Castanet and Visit Oliver, inviting readers to discover hidden gems and seasonal highlights in a town full of unexpected delights. Follow along every second Friday morning. While Oliver may be best known for its wine, fruit and sun-s... ## [Town of Osoyoos reduces water use as drought conservation efforts expand](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/628678/Town-of-Osoyoos-reduces-water-use-as-drought-conservation-efforts-expand) _2026-08-21 · Sarah Crookall · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ The Town of Osoyoos is reducing water use at facilities to help with water conservation efforts. In a Thursday notice, the municipality said operating hours at Jack Shaw Splash Park have been reduced to the hours of 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. "The Osoyoos area is experiencing an unprecedented Stag... ## [Osoyoos tourism takes hit from Bald Range wildfire, smoke](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/628647/Osoyoos-tourism-takes-hit-from-Bald-Range-wildfire-smoke) _2026-08-20 · Sarah Crookall · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ Destination Osoyoos says tourism is down due to the Bald Range wildfire, but the town has also been a safe space for evacuees. "Unfortunately, the numbers have dropped like a stone, so we're not able to really talk to people in the Visitor Centre, and that happened literally the day after th... ## [BC SPCA seeks owner of cat found in Keremeos](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/628551/BC-SPCA-seeks-owner-of-cat-found-in-Keremeos) _2026-08-20 · Sarah Crookall · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ The BC SPCA South Okanagan/Similkameen is looking for information on a cat found in Keremeos. On Wednesday, the animal rescue couldn't verify if the cat was domestic or a stray. It is off-white with grey and peach markings around its ears. "This lovely lady was brought in by some kind Sam... ## [Oliver Fire Department responds to possible ammonia leak at Co-op Avenue building](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/628586/Oliver-Fire-Department-responds-to-possible-ammonia-leak-at-Co-op-Avenue-building) _2026-08-20 · Josh Dawson · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ Oliver firefighters are responding to a possible ammonia leak Wednesday evening. In a social media post shortly before 8 p.m., the Oliver Fire Department said crews were on scene at the BC Tree Fruits building off Co-op Avenue. The fire department said a safety zone is in place on Co-op Avenue... ## [Peachland bakery owner wants government compensation for revenue lost due to wildfires](https://www.castanet.net/news/Peachland/628433/Peachland-bakery-owner-wants-government-compensation-for-revenue-lost-due-to-wildfires) _2026-08-18 · Cindy White · Castanet.net - Peachland_ Should the province declare a disaster due to the wildfires in the Okanagan this summer so that businesses not directly in the evacuation zone can access relief funding? It's one of the questions being asked by the owner of Bliss Bakery & Bistro in Peachland. The community has been hard hit a... ## [Docks and activities resume in Peachland, after closures prompted by Bald Range wildfire](https://www.castanet.net/news/Peachland/628411/Docks-and-activities-resume-in-Peachland-after-closures-prompted-by-Bald-Range-wildfire) _2026-08-18 · Kathy Michaels · Castanet.net - Peachland_ Peachland activities put on hiatus as the Bald Range Wildfire threatened the region are back. The District of Peachland issued an announcement Tuesday saying that while areas are still under evacuation alert, boat launches are open, Swim Bay lifeguards are back and the Summer Series concert is a ... ## [South Okanagan General Hospital to close ER overnight](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/628300/South-Okanagan-General-Hospital-to-close-ER-overnight) _2026-08-17 · Chelsea Powrie · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ The South Okanagan General Hospital emergency room experience a temporary closure tonight. Emergency services will be unavailable from 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 17, until 7 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026. During that time, patients can access emergency care at Penticton Regional Hospital. All other in... ## [Local Osoyoos fire crews reflect on helping at Bald Range wildfire](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/628299/Local-Osoyoos-fire-crews-reflect-on-helping-at-Bald-Range-wildfire) _2026-08-17 · Chelsea Powrie · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ Osoyoos Fire Rescue is wrapping up its deployment at the Bald Range wildfire, and reflecting on the experience. The team spent ten days assisting at the fire, which is still active in the Summerland area. "Throughout the deployment, 19 of our members rotated through the assignment, worki... ## [Construction mishap causes temporary water outage in parts of Osoyoos](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/628085/Construction-mishap-causes-temporary-water-outage-in-parts-of-Osoyoos) _2026-08-14 · Casey Richardson · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ The Town of Osoyoos said construction work hitting a connection line is causing a water service disruption on Friday afternoon. The connection was hit during construction work on 89th Street and now requires repair. A temporary water service outage is in effect for residents along 89th Street ... ## [Prime Noise-Cancelling Picks (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/lQlD0d5Dsuig) _2026-08-14 · **Sponsored**_ Browse Prime-eligible, 4-star-and-up noise-cancelling earbuds with fast shipping and deals ## [Osoyoos' Mojave build holding open house for peek at show home](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/628057/Osoyoos-Mojave-build-holding-open-house-for-peek-at-show-home) _2026-08-14 · Chelsea Powrie · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ Curious about new housing options in Osoyoos? The Mojave complex is holding an open house. Described as "modern desert inspired living," Mojave is rolling out a phase two release of homes soon. All are welcome to pop by the complex at 4601 97th Street Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m... ## [Communities across South Okanagan-Similkameen mobilize to help evacuees](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/627989/Communities-across-South-Okanagan-Similkameen-mobilize-to-help-evacuees) _2026-08-14 · Sarah Crookall · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ South Okanagan-Similkameen communities are delivering truckloads of support for Bald Range wildfire evacuees and neighbours. The South Okanagan Chamber of Commerce is encouraging business owners affected by the Bald Range wildfire to share supports they need to execdirector@sochamber.ca. "... ## [Osoyoos opens indoor activities to evacuees amid wildfire smoke](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/627922/Osoyoos-opens-indoor-activities-to-evacuees-amid-wildfire-smoke) _2026-08-13 · Sarah Crookall · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ The Town of Osoyoos is inviting evacuees and others to participate in indoor activities to get out of the smoke. On Tuesday, the municipality shared a variety of activities and community spaces to stay cool as the South Okanagan remains on an Orange Air Quality Warning, indicating a high impact, ... ## [Lightning strikes prompt South Okanagan wildfire vigilance](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/627838/Lightning-strikes-prompt-South-Okanagan-wildfire-vigilance) _2026-08-12 · Sarah Crookall · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ The South Okanagan has seen some lightning strikes on Wednesday, prompting a local fire department to urge vigilance. On Wednesday afternoon, BC Wildfire Service confirmed reports of lightning strikes in the South Okanagan, including west of Osoyoos. Several residents said on social media they... ## [Peachland rallies to support evacuees displaced by Bald Range wildfire](https://www.castanet.net/news/Peachland/627608/Peachland-rallies-to-support-evacuees-displaced-by-Bald-Range-wildfire) _2026-08-11 · Rob Gibson · Castanet.net - Peachland_ While the bulk of the Summerland evacuees from the Bald Range wildfire flowed into Penticton on Friday night, Peachland has absorbed its share while also having some of its residents forced from their homes. Peachland Mayor Patrick Van Minsel said residents have handled the challenge well so far.... ## [Province looking into squatter camp outside Peachland](https://www.castanet.net/news/Peachland/627387/Province-looking-into-squatter-camp-outside-Peachland) _2026-08-10 · Kathy Michaels · Castanet.net - Peachland_ Concerns about a new squatters' encampment in the backwoods above Peachland are being raised just months after a larger one in the Trepanier area was cleared out. MLA Macklin McCall said he's heard from a number of his constituents who are concerned about an encampment near Spring Lake, and its p... ## [ATV rider dies in crash in the hills above Peachland](https://www.castanet.net/news/Peachland/626572/ATV-rider-dies-in-crash-in-the-hills-above-Peachland) _2026-07-30 · Rob Gibson · Castanet.net - Peachland_ UPDATE 3:15 p.m. West Kelowna RCMP say a 72-year-old man died after an ATV collision Wednesday in the hills above Peachland, providing new details on the fatal incident that prompted a search and rescue callout Wednesday. Police say the crash occurred in the area of the former Gladstone Mine, ... ## [Peachland's FireSmart funding has been used up for 2026](https://www.castanet.net/news/Peachland/626298/Peachland-s-FireSmart-funding-has-been-used-up-for-2026) _2026-07-29 · Rob Gibson · Castanet.net - Peachland_ Peachland Fire Rescue Department's FireSmart Rebate Program has been used up for 2026 after all available grant funding was allocated. The department says it saw a strong response from residents this year, with a significant number of property owners taking advantage of the program to complete Fi... ## [Hardy Falls Regional Park to close for salmon habitat project](https://www.castanet.net/news/Peachland/625789/Hardy-Falls-Regional-Park-to-close-for-salmon-habitat-project) _2026-07-23 · Rob Gibson · Castanet.net - Peachland_ Hardy Falls Regional Park in Peachland will be closed from Aug. 4 to 14 while crews carry out a habitat restoration project in the creek, aimed at improving conditions for kokanee salmon spawning. Project preparation will take place on site from July 27 to 31. Construction crews will install new ... ## [Renovated visitor centre on Okanagan Connector no longer 'the bunker'](https://www.castanet.net/news/Peachland/625557/Renovated-visitor-centre-on-Okanagan-Connector-no-longer-the-bunker) _2026-07-21 · Cindy White · Castanet.net - Peachland_ Tourists mingled with dignitaries during the official reopening of the Thompson-Okanagan Tourism Inspiration Centre along the Okanagan Connector above Peachland on Tuesday afternoon. The building that dates back more than 30 years was jokingly known as 'the bunker.' It has gone through an extensi... ## [Play Both Sides Of The Lie (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ULSzRPTlZdPA) _2026-07-21 · **Sponsored**_ Two operatives, one manufactured war — uncover the Complete Truth after both campaigns. ## [Emergency crews rescue man in overturned catamaran near Peachland](https://www.castanet.net/news/Peachland/625238/Emergency-crews-rescue-man-in-overturned-catamaran-near-Peachland) _2026-07-18 · Nicholas Johansen · Castanet.net - Peachland_ Emergency crews rescued a man on Okanagan Lake Friday evening after his small catamaran capsized near Peachland. In a press release, Const. Ginny Folster of the West Kelowna RCMP said a person reported the small, overturned catamaran had last been seen near Peachland's Greata Ranch, about 300 yar... ## [Committee to set pay for next Peachland council](https://www.castanet.net/news/Peachland/623851/Committee-to-set-pay-for-next-Peachland-council) _2026-07-09 · Contributed · Castanet.net - Peachland_ Peachland will establish a committee to look at council pay. A remuneration committee is established in the last year of every council term to set the pay for the next council, Corporate Officer Jennifer Sawatzky explained Tuesday. Council approved the adoption of the terms of reference. A com...