Canadian city at the heart of the Okanagan Valley
The Bald Range wildfire has grown to about 9,500 hectares, triggering evacuation orders in Summerland, Peachland and surrounding districts. A state of emergency grants authorities power to manage travel, supply protections and rescue coordination as more than 20,000 residents have been displaced across British Columbia.
The Bald Range wildfire in British Columbia has grown rapidly since Friday, forcing thousands to flee from Summerland, Peachland, and surrounding areas. Authorities have declared a state of emergency and are coordinating federal support as evacuations continue and the fire remains out of control.
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