The order restricts non-essential travellers and tourists from booking motels, hotels and campgrounds in Kelowna, Kamloops, Oliver, Osoyoos, Penticton and Vernon.
The emergency declaration was being implemented to ensure the province has rapid access to any tools that are needed to respond to the wildfires.
Emergency Management and Climate Readiness Minister Bowinn Ma added the new declaration will give extraordinary powers to keep communities and first responders safe.Two Ontario cities bordering each other ranked rudest, politest cities in Canada: survey “This decision was not made lightly, but it is necessary to ensure public safety. This is a challenging time for everyone and my heart is with those who have to leave their home and those who are getting prepared to leave if needed.”
Kelowna Mayor Tom Dyas urged tourists to postpone their trips and said the next few days will be critical for the community.
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