Okanagan Indian Band

The Okanagan Indian Band is part of the Okanagan Nation, which comprises seven Indian Bands, including Lower Similkameen Indian Band, Upper Similkameen Indian Band, Osoyoos Indian Band, Penticton Indian Band, Westbank First Nation, Upper Nicola Indian Band and the Okanagan Indian Band.

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Update as of 7:30am, Aug. 1, 2026. Evacuation Alert expanded Due to Bradley Creek Wildfire (K41351)

Updated as of 7:45am, Aug 1, 2026

Please be advised, at the recommendation of the BC Wildfire Service, OKIB EOC has expanded the Evacuation Alert. West of Six Mile Road, North of Westside Road to Mary Emeralds Bay Road. Including and not limited to Royal Road, Marchand Road, Pebble Park Lane, Louis Road and all other properties that access off Westside Road within the mapped area.

This includes the following properties:

  • Properties along Bonneau Road
  • Properties along Pebble Park Lane
  • Properties along Louis Road
  • Properties along Six Mile Road
    • #7
    • #11
    • #13
  • Properties along Marchand Road
    • #18
    • #29
  • Properties along Royal Road
    • #7
    • #15
  • Properties along any roads north ofWestside Road between Bonneau Road and Komasket Road
    • 11454 Westside Road
    • 11450 Westside Road
    • 11452 Westside Road
    • 11458 Westside Road
    • 11486 Westside Road
    • 11482 Westside Road
    • 11282 Westside Road
    • 11284 Westside Road
    • 11298 Westside Road
    • 11300 Westside Road
    • 11304 Westside Road
    • 11310 Westside Road
    • 11310 Westside Road
    • 11322 Westside Road
    • 11324 Westside Road
    • 11332 Westside Road
    • 11385 Westside Road

This alert has been issued due to the Bradley Creek Wildfire (K41351).

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Update as of 5:30am, Aug. 1, 2026

On the recommendation of the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS), the Okanagan Indian Band Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) has issued an Evacuation Alert for:

  • Properties along Bonneau Road
  • Properties along Pebble Park Lane
  • Properties along Louis Road
  • Properties along any roads north of Westside Road between Bonneau Road and Komasket Road

This alert has been issued due to the Bradley Creek Wildfire (K41351).

https://wildfiresituation.nrs.gov.bc.ca/incidents…

At this time, an Evacuation Order is NOT in effect. Residents and visitors are not required to leave the area; however, everyone within the alert area should be prepared to evacuate on short notice if conditions change.

What you should do now

Community members within the alert area are encouraged to:

  • Prepare a grab-and-go emergency kit with essential supplies.
  • Gather important documents, medications, and valuables.
  • Make arrangements for pets and livestock if an evacuation becomes necessary.
  • Fuel your vehicle and ensure it is ready to leave quickly.
  • Discuss where your household will go if an Evacuation Order is issued.
  • Register with Emergency Support Services (ESS) in advance to help speed up assistance if you are evacuated.

Stay informed

The situation is being closely monitored by the Okanagan Indian Band Emergency Operations Centre in coordination with emergency response partners. Additional updates will be shared as they become available.

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