National· August 15, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
BC Wildfire Evacuees Assess Damage and Begin Rebuilding
Key takeaways
- Residents are returning to assess damages caused by wildfires
- Evacuation orders remain in place for some areas due to ongoing threats
Evacuated residents in British Columbia (BC) are returning to their homes to assess damages caused by wildfires, particularly the Pear Lake wildfire. However, areas west of the town remain under evacuation orders due to the ongoing threat posed by the fire. The Thompson-Nicola Regional District made this announcement.
