Wildfires Rage as Winds Fuel Disaster | Calgary News

Wildfires rage across British Columbia, especially near Okanagan Lake, as 115 km/h winds fuel the Bradley Creek fire, destroying homes and forcing evacuations. Aircraft can’t fight the blaze due to extreme conditions, while ground crews face sustained 80 km/h gusts—far exceeding forecasts. The Okanagan Indian Band and surrounding areas like Vernon and Armstrong are under evacuation orders, with thousands left without power and limited shelter options. Over 130 wildfires burn across the province, half out of control, prompting officials to urge all residents to prepare for sudden evacuations—even if they’re not immediately threatened. Safety and readiness remain the top priorities as crews battle escalating flames. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/77ec66774c3e8e2e