Wildfires and State of Emergency: A Crisis in British Columbia British Columbia has declared a provincewide state of emergency as wildfires force thousands out of their homes.
The declaration, made by Premier David Eby, underscores the dire reality facing those displaced by the fires. The situation in Summerland is particularly critical.
With all 12,000 residents ordered to evacuate, the Bald Range wildfire continues to spread rapidly, fueled by dry conditions and unpredictable winds.