Several locations within Penticton are available on Sunday, Aug. 9, to provide support, relief and amenities for residents displaced by the Bald Range Wildfire (K51490).
Comfort Centre
Princess Margaret Secondary School
120 Green Ave. W.
Open: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Services available include:
• Washrooms
• Outdoor play spaces
• Water and light snacks
• Device charging stations
• Cool, clean air
• Indoor space to rest and connect with others
Residents attending the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre (PTCC) for registration are encouraged to leave the facility once they have completed the registration process, if they are able to do so. This will help ensure staff can continue processing arrivals and that supports remain accessible to those who need them most.
Additional Parking for Trucks and RVs
The following additional locations are available for residents requiring parking for trucks, RVs and trailers:
• Wholesale Club, 200 Carmi Ave.
• Penticton Seventh-day Adventist Church, 290 Warren Ave. W.
• King's Park, 550 Eckhardt Ave. W., with 24-hour washroom access and water refill stations.
• Skaha Lake Park, 3661 Parkview St., with 24-hour washroom access, water refill stations and a leash-optional dog area.
Water Refill Stations
A map of water refill stations located throughout Penticton is available at:
https://www.penticton.ca/startherepenticton/latestupdates/thirsty-heres-map-pentictons-water-bottle-fill-stations
Residents and visitors are encouraged to stay hydrated, check on neighbours and make use of these community resources as needed. For updates and additional information, visit penticton.ca or follow the City of Penticton's official social media channels.
For the latest updates on the Wildfire, visit:
RDOS Emergency Operations Centre: www.rdos.bc.ca
Watch live video updates: https://www.youtube.com/@OkanaganSimilkameen/streams
RDOS interactive map: https://emergency.rdos.bc.ca/interactive-map/