B.C. Authorities have begun allowing some evacuees to return home following the wildfires that threatened Summerland and Peachland near Okanagan Lake. The move comes as officials assess the safety of the area, with some roads still under restricted access. The highway through Summerland has reopened with limited hours, though exits remain blocked by pylons and some businesses are guarded to prevent unauthorized access.
Residents who were evacuated due to the fires are being permitted to return, but conditions remain cautious. Emergency services continue to monitor the situation, with officials emphasizing that the risk of falling trees and bears remains high. The province is under a state of emergency, and further updates are expected as crews work to contain the blazes.
In a separate development, two men have been arrested and charged with conspiracy in a 2025 gang homicide in Langley. Police say the suspects were linked to a fatal shooting inside a taxi, and the case is being investigated as part of broader efforts to address gang-related violence.
Rogers Communications has also announced free satellite services for all B.C. Customers during the wildfire emergency, ensuring connectivity in areas where traditional networks are unavailable. The initiative aims to support residents and emergency responders as the situation evolves.
