Okanagan Indian Band issues warning for post-wildfire hazards
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What happened
The Okanagan Indian Band has issued a warning regarding the risk of flooding and rockfalls in areas affected by wildfires.
The band advises individuals to avoid steep burned slopes and drainage areas during periods of heavy rainfall.
Why it matters
The warning follows wildfire activity that can increase the risk of flooding and rockfalls in affected areas.
Context
The Okanagan is a region in British Columbia defined by the Okanagan Lake basin and the Canadian portion of the Okanagan River, with a population of 362,258 as of the 2016 census.
Major cities in the region include Kelowna, Penticton, Vernon, and West Kelowna.
Sources 2 sources
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- Central Okanagan News Okanagan Indian Band warns of flood, rockfall risk in wildfire-burned areas
- Wikipedia Okanagan Background reference · Wikipedia text used under CC BY-SA 4.0.