Currently there are no fires of note in B.C.
Is Kelowna Smoky right now?
No Alerts in effect.
Where is the smoke coming from in Kelowna today?
The smoke seen in the Okanagan is primarily coming from the Heather Lake wildfire burning in Manning Park, according to Ken Dosanjh, meteorologist with Environment Canada. “That’s basically pluming a bunch of smoke and a high concentration of particulate matter to the Okanagan,” Dosanjh said.
Is Kelowna affected by the fires?
The OMPF was a severe Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) fire event that resulted in the destruction of 238 homes, the evacuation of approximately one third of the population of the City of Kelowna, and was considered the most destructive WUI fire in Canadian history.
Where is the smoke in West Kelowna coming from?
The smoke is blowing in from wildfires burning in Washington State and Manning Park. As of Monday afternoon, the Okanagan had an air quality index rating of two — a low health risk. As of Monday night, the risk is expected to jump to a four — a moderate health risk — and will climb to a five by Tuesday.
What is the air quality in Kelowna today?
Excellent
The air quality is ideal for most individuals; enjoy your normal outdoor activities.
What is the air quality in Kelowna BC today?
General Population: Ideal air quality for outdoor activities.
Why is it so smokey in Kelowna?
According to the provincial government air quality warning, the smoke is largely due to long-range transport from wildfires burning in Washington and Oregon.
Why is it so smoky in the Okanagan?
According to Global News meteorologist Peter Quinlan, the smoke in the area is from a number of fires in the Pacific Northwest.
Why is Kelowna hazy?
Kelowna was a little smoky, Oct. 5. The haze hanging over the Thompson Okanagan in the last few days is supposed to dissipate later this long weekend. Wildfires in B.C. and below the Canada-U.S. border are causing smoke in the region, and prompting an Environment Canada smoky skies advisory for the Similkameen.
Where are Okanagan fires?
Two wildfires are still burning in the South Okanagan: the Keremeos Creek wildfire near Penticton, B.C. and the Richter Mountain fire near Osoyoos. The Keremeos Creek wildfire is estimated at 6,948 hectares and although fire conditions are now considered stable, the fire is still classified as a fire of note.
Is Kelowna B.C. under evacuation?
The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen Emergency Operations Centre (RDOS EOC) has RESCINDED all Evacuation Orders effective Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at 2:00 pm. This will allow residents of 25 properties along Green Mountain Road and Sheep Creek Road to return home.
What fire region is Kelowna in?
Regional District of Central Okanagan
Regional District of Central Okanagan.
What is the air quality in West Kelowna?
60 AQI. The air has reached a high level of pollution and is unhealthy for sensitive groups. Reduce time spent outside if you are feeling symptoms such as difficulty breathing or throat irritation.
How big is the West Kelowna fire?
Over 20,000 people were evacuated as a result of the fires. 9,877 hectares (24,410 acres) of forest was burned along with 4 buildings. All 3 fires were suspected as human caused but the exact ignition source is still unknown.
Is white smoke still burning?
White smoke can often mean material is off-gassing moisture and water vapor, meaning the fire is just starting to consume material. White smoke can also indicate light and flashy fuels such as grass or twigs. Thick, black smoke indicates heavy fuels that are not being fully consumed.
Where is the cleanest air in BC?
Real-time British Columbia Cleanest city ranking
| # | city | US AQI |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cache Creek | |
| 2 | Creston | |
| 3 | Fort Nelson | |
| 4 | Merritt |
Is Kelowna at risk of flooding?
The potential for flooding exists every year, and property owners living near creeks, streams, low-lying areas and lakefronts are responsible for having a plan and protecting their properties.
Has Kelowna ever had an earthquake?
The largest earthquake in Kelowna:
this year: 2.2 in Oliver, British Columbia, Canada.
How is the smoke in Osoyoos today?
Excellent
The air quality is ideal for most individuals; enjoy your normal outdoor activities.
Where is the unhealthiest air quality?
Most Polluted Cities | State of the Air
| Los Angeles-Long Beach, CA | los-angeles-long-beach-ca.html | 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Bakersfield, CA | bakersfield-ca.html | 2 |
| Visalia, CA | visalia-ca.html | 3 |
| Fresno-Madera-Hanford, CA | fresno-madera-hanford-ca.html | 4 |
| Phoenix-Mesa, AZ | phoenix-mesa-az.html | 5 |