Bradley Creek wildfire prompts evacuation orders and alerts; Westbank First Nation opens its gym to shelter wildfire evacuees
Okanagan Indian BandWestbank First NationEmergency Support Services

Bradley Creek wildfire prompts evacuation orders and alerts; Westbank First Nation opens its gym to shelter wildfire evacuees

The Bradley Creek wildfire has led to evacuation orders affecting thousands of properties on the west side of Okanagan Lake, while the Westbank First Nation has opened its gym to provide shelter for evacuees, offering essential amenities and security.

Abbotsford News Abbotsford News2 August 2026 · 09:28 UTC
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The Bradley Creek wildfire has triggered evacuation orders for thousands of properties along the west side of Okanagan Lake, as emergency services respond to the growing threat.1

The Westbank First Nation has stepped in to assist those affected by opening its gym at 1920 Quail Lane for shelter.

The facility is equipped with snacks, water, and a limited number of sleeping mats, along with washroom facilities and security patrolled parking, ensuring a safe environment for evacuees.

Emergency Support Services will also be operational at 9 a.m. at Westbank Lions Hall, providing further assistance to those displaced by the wildfires.4

As the situation develops, local authorities continue to monitor the wildfires closely, prioritizing the safety and well-being of residents in the affected areas.

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“Shelter at 1920 Quail Lane offers snacks, water, a limited number of sleeping mats, washrooms, and security patrolled parking. Emergency Support Services will open at 9 a.m. at Westbank Lions Hall for evacuees and Okanagan Indian Band members.”
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“Three wildfires burning on the west side of Okanagan Lake have prompted thousands of properties to be placed on evacuation order and alert.”
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Bradley Creek wildfire prompts evacuation orders and alerts; La Casa area on alert as new wildfire grows to two hectares
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Bradley Creek wildfire prompts evacuation orders and alerts; La Casa area on alert as new wildfire grows to two hectares

La Casa area is on evacuation alert due to the Quilpituk Creek wildfire which is currently two hectares.

Bc Wildfire ServiceBradley CreekCentral Okanagan Regional District
2026-08-02
TL;DR by CuriousCats.ai
  • A new wildfire on Westside Road sparked in the middle of two wildfires, was initially less than one hectare, and was burning south of Fintry.
  • By 10:40 p.m., the fire near La Casa had grown to two hectares; the North Westside Fire Department, BC Wildfire Service, and a night vision imaging system group responded, and BC Wildfire Service reported it as human caused.
  • At 11:40 p.m., the La Casa area in Central Okanagan was put on evacuation alert because the Quilpituk Creek wildfire sat between the Blue Grouse Creek and Bradley Creek wildfires; residents were told to leave at any time and head south toward West Kelowna if upgraded.
  • At 11:45 p.m., all properties north of Nahun and south of La Casa were ordered to evacuate by the Central Okanagan Regional District, including listed addresses on Deighton Road and Westside Road; anyone in the area should leave immediately.
  • The 11:45 p.m. update also said Westside Road was closed northbound, evacuees should go south toward West Kelowna, and Emergency Support Services will be available at the Westbank Lions Centre at 9 a.m.
  • By 12:20 a.m., the Quilpituk Creek wildfire had grown to 10 hectares; BC Wildfire Service had not provided information on fire behaviour, and an evacuation order had been issued just before midnight for properties north of Nahun and south of La Casa.
Bradley Creek wildfire jumps Highway 97 at north end of Okanagan Lake; entire OKIB reserve evacuated as evacuation orders and alerts are issued
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Bradley Creek wildfire jumps Highway 97 at north end of Okanagan Lake; entire OKIB reserve evacuated as evacuation orders and alerts are issued

The Bradley Creek wildfire has jumped Highway 97, leading to its closure and mandatory evacuations.

Bc Wildfire ServiceBradley CreekColumbia Shuswap Regional District
2026-08-02
TL;DR by CuriousCats.ai
  • The Bradley Creek wildfire jumped Highway 97 at the north end of Okanagan Lake, forcing the highway’s closure, according to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS).
  • The Okanagan Indian Band (OKIB) issued three evacuation orders, including for reserve #1, and announced the complete evacuation of OKIB IR 1.
  • Residents in IR 1 were told to leave immediately, the evacuation order was mandatory, and remaining in the area was described as placing their safety at risk.
  • All residents north of Bonneau Road and south of Highway 97, plus properties up to the OKIB IR 1 boundary, were required to evacuate immediately.
  • Highway 97 was closed at the junction with Highway 97A and remained closed between that junction and Salmon River Road.
  • Evacuation orders and alerts were also issued by the Township of Spallumcheen, the Regional District of North Okanagan and the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD).
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