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Bald Range Wildfire updates and information for evacuees

Name: Bald Range Wildfire updates and information for evacuees
Start: 2026-08-07T00:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-08-28T23:59:59-07:00

August 7 – August 28

Bald Range Wildfire Updates

The City of Penticton has activated its Emergency Operations Centre and is serving as a host community for evacuees. This remains an evolving situation. The City is encouraging people to stay informed and take steps to be prepared should conditions change.

Emergency Support Services (ESS)

If you are safe, please self-register with ESS by calling 1-800-387-4258.

In-person registration is available at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre, 273 Power Street. Operation hours are currently 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily, until further notice.

ESS informational pamphlets for evacuees and ESS info sheet

Information about accessing support services

Reclaim Lost or Donated Items:

The Penticton Trade and Convention Centre has several lost and found items from the ESS Reception Centre, as well as donated mattresses, bedding, and pillows that remain unclaimed.

If you are looking for a lost item, please email PentictonConventionCentre@oakviewgroup.com with your name, contact information, and a description of the item you are trying to locate.

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to everyone who generously donated mattresses, bedding, and pillows. If you would like to reclaim any donated items, please contact us before Friday, August 21 at 4:00 PM.