News Items tag as: Mission Creek

Would-be rafters rescued from island in Kelowna's Mission Creek
May 23, 2018 - 3:25 PM

KELOWNA - Two people had to be rescued from the high, fast-flowing waters of Mission Creek in Kelowna this afternoon.
Hot weather, thunderstorms impacting Okanagan Lake level
May 31, 2017 - 5:30 PM

KELOWNA - The weather continues to conspire against those impacted by the rising lake levels in the Okanagan.
Using Mission Creek as Kelowna's main water source will destroy ecosystem: fisheries group
March 17, 2017 - 9:00 PM

KELOWNA - Using Mission Creek as a primary water source Kelowna would be detrimental to the ecosystem, according to a local fisheries group.
Beware of Kelowna bears bulking up on berries and salmon
August 16, 2016 - 3:30 PM

KELOWNA – As berries ripen and salmon prepare to run in Mission Creek, the Regional District is notifying the public to be mindful of the increased likelihood of bear encounters.
Kayaker saves man in Mission Creek
May 17, 2016 - 6:24 AM

KELOWNA - A kayaker who happened upon a fisherman struggling to deal with the fast water at the mouth of Mission Creek played an important role in the fisherman's rescue, Kelowna Fire Department says.
New floodplain on Mission Creek in Kelowna could soon see some action
March 11, 2016 - 7:00 AM

KELOWNA - With snowpacks high in the Okanagan, the brand new flood plain created by the Mission Creek Restoration Initiative could soon get a workout.
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Would-be rafters rescued from island in Kelowna's Mission Creek