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Emergency calls

For police, fire and medical emergencies, including immediate danger to life and/or property, call 9-1-1.

Central Okanagan Emergency Management

For wildfire or natural disaster information, go to coemergency.ca for:

  • Evacuation alerts and orders including maps and address listings.
  • Emergency reception centre locations.
  • Emergency support services.
  • Preparing for evacuation and safely returning home after a wildfire.

Report

If you see a wildfire or smoke from a suspected wildfire, call 1-800-663-5555 or *5555 from a cell phone.


Be prepared

Emergencies may require leaving your home or business for several days.

Please, prepare in advance:

  1. Know the risks
  2. Make a plan
  3. Get a kit

Learn more:

  • Federal emergency preparedness website
  • Provincial emergency preparedness website.

About Central Okanagan Emergency Management

Central Okanagan Emergency Management supports local governments including the City of West Kelowna, Westbank First Nation, the City of Kelowna, District of Lake Country, District of Peachland, and the Regional District of the Central Okanagan. During emergencies, the Emergency Operations Centre is activated to support emergency responders and provide vital information to the community.

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