Quilpituk Creek wildfire residents return home

World August 16, 2026 02:03 AM

Residents impacted by the Quilpituk Creek wildfire are now able to return home, with the Central Okanagan Emergency Management downgrading evacuation orders and alerts. The fire is currently classified as being held by the BC Wildfire Service. Kari O'Rourke, Central Okanagan EOC Information Officer joins Global News Morning with more.

Quilpituk Creek wildfire residents return home

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