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Wildfires bear down on homes in Canada’s Okanagan region

Al Jazeera English Al Jazeera English August 10, 2026 at 4:49 AM

play Live Sign upShow navigation menuplay Live Click here to searchsearchSign upToggle PlayWildfires bear down on homes in Canada's Okanagan region

A fast-moving wildfire in Canada’s British Columbia province has forced thousands of people from their homes. Canadian officials say more than 20,000 residents have been evacuated from the towns of Summerland and Peachland in the Okanagan region.

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Wildfires bear down on homes in Canada’s Okanagan region

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