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New West weather: Metro Vancouver's clear skies masked by wildfire smoke

New West weather: Metro Vancouver's clear skies masked by wildfire smoke

Cooler temperatures forecast this week – but it could heat up in New West on the weekend
Wildfires in Kelowna area have damaged, destroyed least 50 structures so far

Wildfires in Kelowna area have damaged, destroyed least 50 structures so far

The McDougall Creek wildfire has damaged or destroyed at least 50 structures around Kelowna, B.C., but worst hit areas have yet to be surveyed, says chief.
Wildfire equipment moved, taken from B.C. firefighting crews

Wildfire equipment moved, taken from B.C. firefighting crews

The BC Wildfire Service said a number of pumps, sprinklers, hoses and ATVs have been taken from crews working in North Shuswap, critically impacting the effectiveness of structural protection.
Watch: Fire crews battle flames next to homes in Kelowna

Watch: Fire crews battle flames next to homes in Kelowna

'Firefighters saved our house last night...' says Kelowna resident.
The week ahead in New West: What’s up August 21 to 27

The week ahead in New West: What’s up August 21 to 27

With free live music, poetry and a fireworks festival, the week promises a ton of fun.
'Will pay you back': West Kelowna grateful for army of B.C. firefighters

'Will pay you back': West Kelowna grateful for army of B.C. firefighters

Dozens of fire departments from across the province descended on West Kelowna over the last several days.
Guilty plea in Vancouver throat slashing incident

Guilty plea in Vancouver throat slashing incident

Jesse Rene Attig walked up behind a man parked and cut his throat.
Canadian Armed Forces to assist with B.C. wildfire response

Canadian Armed Forces to assist with B.C. wildfire response

“We're deploying Canadian Forces assets and providing resources to help with evacuations, staging, and other logistical tasks.”
Kelowna Airport closed for third day, could open Sunday night

Kelowna Airport closed for third day, could open Sunday night

YLW has been working with the BC Wildfire Service, NAV Canada, and Transport Canada to ensure the safe operation of flights
Parents expect to pay $524 for back-to-school shopping

Parents expect to pay $524 for back-to-school shopping

Inflation and economic headwinds are impacting back-to-school shopping decisions