Information Update on Local Wildfires

Aug 16 2023
  • There are no current evacuation alerts or orders within the municipality of Keremeos. Should that change, the municipal office will contact you through all the channels you signed up for (email, phone, text).
  • If you are not signed up for our Resident Notification System yet, click here.
  • For information updates regarding current evacuation alerts and orders in RDOS areas, residents may wish to monitor local updates from the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen website https://www.rdos.bc.ca/ “Hot Topics” section.
  • Support is available for evacuees from the wildfires at Victory Hall, 427-7th Avenue, Keremeos. If the reception centre is closed, please call 250-486-1890 for assistance.

Tips for staying safe and healthy:

  • This is also a good time to look for FireSmart risks around your property and take steps to protect your home from wildfire.
  • It is always a good idea to be prepared for an evacuation. Click here for tips on preparing for evacuation alerts or an evacuation.
  • For information to protect your health from exposure to wildfire smoke, click here.