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Fire that triggered evacuations and shut Kelowna, B.C., airport brought under control

CENTRAL OKANAGAN, BRITISH COLUMBIA, JUL 7 – The Whelan Creek wildfire has prompted evacuation orders and alerts for over 100 residences as fire crews work to contain the 4.31-hectare blaze, suspected to be human-caused.

  • A small wildfire near Kelowna International Airport has led to seven properties being ordered for evacuation and over 100 under alert as reported on Sunday night.
  • The Whelan Creek wildfire, which started in the Ellison area, grew to over four hectares and was initially classified as out of control.
  • The B.C. Wildfire Service indicated that the fire is suspected to be human-caused, and multiple response teams and aircraft are managing it.
  • Kelowna RCMP stated that tactical evacuations occurred and urged residents to stay clear of the area due to safety concerns.
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Fire that triggered evacuations and shut Kelowna, B.C., airport brought under control

KELOWNA — The BC Wildfire Service says a blaze that shut down Kelowna's airport and triggered a handful of tactical evacuations has been brought under control.

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Kelowna wildfire under control

7 properties remain on evacuation order

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The Toronto Star broke the news in Toronto, Canada on Monday, July 7, 2025.
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