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B.C. Wildfires Updates: Bonnie Henry, officials to hold news conference today | About 150 structures damaged or destroyed near Summerland | More residents allowed home

Vancouver Sun · August 18, 2026 at 10:37 a.m.

B.C. is in a state of emergency as crews battle a number of wildfires around the province, including the massive Bald Range fire in the Okanagan.

The B.C.

Wildfire Service said the fire danger remains elevated in many areas of the province.

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B.C. Wildfires Updates: Bonnie Henry, officials to hold news conference today | About 150 structures damaged or destroyed near Summerland | More residents allowed home

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