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OKANAGAN: Evacuation Order

Hey everyone, there is a new Evacuation Order issued for the White Rock Lake Wildfire. Please review the alert and pass along to those who may be affected!

News Release No. 8 Central Okanagan, B.C. – A new Evacuation Order is issued for the RDCO Central Okanagan West Electoral Area in response to the White Rock Lake wildfire. Properties from south of Westshore Estates along Westside Road from Killiney Beach including Ewings Landing are now under this extended Evacuation Order and were previously on an Evacuation Alert from August 1.  […]

The new Evacuation Order includes 608 properties along Westside Road from 8525 Ewings Landing Road (south end) to 9995 Westside Road (north end), up to the Sugarloaf Forest Service Road turn off. Specific roads affected include:

  • Attenborough Rd
  • Beachwood Rd
  • Blarney Pl
  • Brant Rd
  • Elliot Rd
  • Ewings Landing Rd
  • Portion of Fintry Estates (parcel at the end of Houghton Rd)
  • Galway Pl
  • Hodges Rd
  • Homer Cres
  • Houghton Rd
  • Keithley Rd
  • Kenyon Rd
  • Kilarney Pl
  • Kildare Way
  • Kilkenny Pl
  • Killarney Pl
  • Killarney Way
  • Killeney Beach
  • Killeney Pl
  • Leah Rd
  • Lester Rd
  • Marchbank Rd
  • Moody Cres
  • Nerie Rd
  • Sugar Loaf FSR
  • Udell Rd
  • Westside Rd (from 8645 to 9995 Westside Rd)
  • Portions of Westside Rd N
  • Winchester Dr
  • Winchester Rd

A detailed map is available showing affected properties at cordemergency.ca. […]

An Emergency Support Services (ESS) reception centre for evacuated residents is located at 1480 Sutherland Ave in Kelowna. ESS volunteers are available, as needed, to help affected Central Okanagan residents. Residents that are evacuated from their homes must report to the reception centre to receive any assistance and lodging. Evacuees can pre-register with ESS online at ess.gov.bc.ca but still need to visit the ESS Reception Centre in order to receive the appropriate supplier forms as specific paperwork is required in order to access these services.

Emergency Operations Centre staff are working with other response agencies to manage the situation and minimize the impacts. RCMP will regularly patrol the evacuated area. Sections of Westside Road through evacuation areas will be closed and residents will not be able to travel north to Vernon. Visit drivebc.ca for road closure details.

Emergency response personnel request that the public:

For more information about this wildfire, visit cordemergency.ca, sign up for e-updates, or call the information line at 250-469-8490.

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Self Advocates of the Rockies – AUGUST EVENTS!

Hey everyone, the Self Advocates of the Rockies (SAOR) group society has some fun events lined up this month. These events are available to individuals registered with CLBC services. Check it out!

  • Freaky Geeky Talk Show – every Monday (Aug 9, 16, 23, 30)
  • Ray’s Phone Tree – every Thursday (Aug 5, 12, 19, 26)
  • Breaking Away From the COVID Blues Presents (Aug 18)
  • World Photography Day 2021 (Aug 19)
  • Ray’s Retro Friday Night Music (Aug 20)
  • Fall into Fall but Let’s Get Inspired Conference 2021 (Aug 27)

There’s also the brochure of the speakers for the conference, and the history of the SAOR Group Society attached here as well.

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OKANAGAN: End of Evacuation Alert…

Hey everyone, the Evacuation Alert put in place on July 14 in response to the Brenda Creek wildfire has now ended. This includes the area south of Highway 97-C and northwest of Peachland, in the Okanagan. A detailed map is available showing this area at cordemergency.ca.

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COVID-19 and Summertime…

The Government of Canada has been reminding us all that, as more people are vaccinated, restrictions may be starting to lift in our communities this summer. However, we must continue to follow local public health advice and be mindful of individual measures like physical distancing (i.e. staying 6 feet apart) and wearing a mask in public spaces. This summer, especially, we are all reminded to continue to avoid crowds.

If you are heading outside this summer, you can find ways to safely enjoy outdoor activities such as:

  • Camping
  • Hiking
  • Picnics
  • Small, outdoor gatherings on patios

You can find more information here.

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CLBC Info Bulletin…

Hey everyone, CLBC has issued an Info Bulletin for Home Share Providers! Topics covered include:

  • Message from Dr. Bonnie Henry and self advocates: You can too!
  • CLBC’s Three-Year Home Sharing Plan
  • Home Sharing Entity Update
  • Introducing CLBC’s new Provincial Program Coordinator  

Check it out here!

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OKANAGAN: Evacuation orders and alerts…

Hey everyone, please make sure you check out the Central Okanagan Emergency Operations bulletins about current evacuation alerts and orders — here is the latest:

News Release No. 5 Central Okanagan, B.C. – There’s no change in the evacuation order and alert for areas of the Regional District of Central Okanagan affected by the White Rock Lake wildfire.  Information on the status of current orders and alerts and a map showing the impacted area is available on the RDCO Emergency program website www.cordemergency.ca.

Any change or update in this information will be available on the website, social media channels, emailed to those who have e-subscribed and through local media.

The current Evacuation Order affects 544 properties in the Westshore Estates subdivision off Westside Road and rural areas to the west.  RCMP are patrolling and providing security within the Evacuation Area.  Structural fire crews are also in the area conducting assessments.

Residents in the Evacuation Order area may register online with Emergency Support Services at ess.bc.ca. An in-person reception centre is open for those evacuees who require food and lodging assistance or are not able to register online at the Salvation Army, 1480 Sutherland Avenue in Kelowna. The facility is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. to assist those displaced from their homes.

Motorists should be aware that Westside Road remains closed to northbound traffic at Westshore Road.  There is no access to Vernon northbound on Westside Road due to the Evacuation Order.  Check www.drivebc.ca for any updates on this closure.

Another 2,400 properties along Westside Road are under Evacuation Alert, south of Westshore Estates to the Bear Lake Main Forest Service Road intersection just north of Traders Cove.  The Alert area also includes all public lands located north of Bear and Esperon Forest Service Road.  Drivers should be aware the area is restricted to local traffic only.  Should fire conditions change, all people on Alert must be prepared to leave their home or campsite on short notice.  Information on emergency preparedness is available at www.cordemergency.ca/beprepared.

The latest information from the BC Wildfire Service estimates the fire is 32,500 hectares in size and remains out of control.  It says the most eastern point of the fire is just west of Little Bouleau Lake and approximately 15 kilometers west of Westside Road.  For updates on the status of the fire visit the White Rock Lake wildfire webpage on the BC Wildfire Service website:

bcfireinfo.for.gov.bc.ca/hprScripts/WildfireNews/OneFire.asp?ID=855.

Residents in the Evacuation Order area including Westshore Estates that do not require food or lodging assistance may register online with Emergency Support Services at ess.bc.ca. An in-person reception centre is open for those displaced who require assistance or are not able to register online at the Kelowna Salvation Army, 1480 Sutherland Avenue in Kelowna. The facility is open daily to assist those displaced from their homes from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Emergency Operations Centre staff are working with other response agencies to manage the situation and minimize the impacts; however, affected residents should be prepared to obey an Evacuation Order. Visit cordemergency.ca for information on how to be prepared.

Emergency operations staff will release any new information to the public and media as soon as it becomes available.

Emergency response personnel request that the public:

  • Avoid the area so emergency responders can effectively perform their duties.
  • Report an emergency, including threat of life, by calling 9-1-1.
  • Report wildfires at *5555 on your cell phone
  • Visit cordemergency.ca for up-to-date information on the situation, including a map and to sign up for e-updates
  • Find updates on twitter.com/CO_Emerg and facebook.com/CORDEmergency

Contact the information line at 250-469-8490 or 1-877-569-8490 toll-free with questions.

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COVID-19 measures UPDATED…

Hey everyone, we are passing along new information about COVID-19 measures being implemented in the Central Okanagan (Interior Health region).

As of midnight tonight, masks will be mandatory in all public indoor spaces once again. Travel to and from the region is also being strongly discouraged unless individuals are fully immunized.

More information published on Castanet here and on CBC News here.

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Get crafty…

…with Self Advocates of the Rockies (SAOR)! Happening TOMORROW:

Get involved in Arts & Crafts with Kim on July 29 from 2-3 pm MST (1-2 pm Pacific) with Kimberly (email for more info & supplies to k.earl@realmbc.ca) using the Google Meet Link (https://meet.google.com/ydk-javb-xao) and Dial Number: 1-289-349-9404 with PIN: 456 104 362#.

Check out upcoming events!

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