News Items tag as: Oliver wildfires

Oliver and area residents could see increase in smoke as winds pick up
August 31, 2015 - 3:21 PM

PENTICTON - Cooler, wetter weather slowed the Testalinden Creek fire on the weekend, but strong winds could give the blaze some renewed vigour this afternoon.
UPDATE: Evacuation order expands near Testalinden Creek wildfire
August 28, 2015 - 4:57 PM

PENTICTON - The evacuation order issued earlier this afternoon for residents near the Testalinden Creek wildfire has been expanded to include recreational areas and Crown land.
Fire crews anxiously watch weather at Testalinden Creek
August 28, 2015 - 10:30 AM

PENTICTON - B.C. Wildfire firefighters expect to spend an anxious day on the front lines in the battle against the Testalinden Creek wildfire with strong wind in the forecast.
Improved visibility allows limited air support on Testalinden Creek fire
August 25, 2015 - 4:30 PM

PENTICTON - Firefighters working the Testalinden Creek blaze are receiving some limited air support today, Aug. 25, as South Okanagan skies clear of heavy smoke.
Volunteer appreciation evening planned in Oliver
August 20, 2015 - 10:07 AM

PENTICTON - The Town of Oliver is preparing to show its appreciation to the many volunteers who worked tirelessly to manage emergency efforts last weekend during the worst of the Wilsons Mountain and Testalinden Creek fires.
Controlled burn operations continue on Testalinden Creek fire
August 19, 2015 - 9:00 PM

PENTICTON - Fire fighters on the Testalinden Creek and Wilsons Mountain fire continued to make progress on the fire front today.
Oliver wineries confident wildfires won't affect quality of crop
August 18, 2015 - 10:34 AM

OKANAGAN - The full effects of Friday’s wildfires on Oliver wineries may not be known for awhile but winery owners are breathing a sigh of relief no wineries have been lost during the blazes.
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News Items tag as: Oliver wildfires

Oliver and area residents could see increase in smoke as winds pick up

UPDATE: Evacuation order expands near Testalinden Creek wildfire

Fire crews anxiously watch weather at Testalinden Creek

Improved visibility allows limited air support on Testalinden Creek fire

Volunteer appreciation evening planned in Oliver

Controlled burn operations continue on Testalinden Creek fire

Oliver wineries confident wildfires won't affect quality of crop

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