Summerland, B.C., rescinds last evacuation orders due to destructive wildfire

SUMMERLAND — The Okanagan B.C. community of Summerland has rescinded all evacuation orders almost two months after a wildfire tore through the region.

The District of Summerland says that all remaining properties previously on evacuation orders have been transitioned to a prohibit-entry order.

It says in a release that post-wildfire hazard assessment is ongoing and the order that prevents people from entering properties is needed to make sure recovery can continue safely and efficiently.

Access to the restricted zone covers about 30 properties and is limited to those who are authorized.