Know Before You Go

The Thompson Okanagan is a large region composed of beautiful, diverse landscapes. On this page, you will find current updates on travel conditions, forest fires, road conditions, and multiple resources to help you plan a fun and informed trip. The communities in the Thompson Okanagan continue to welcome visitors and look forward to hosting guests.

Do Your Part: To report a forest fire or irresponsible behaviour that could start a forest fire in British Columbia, please call 1-800-663-5555 or (*5555 from a cell phone) as soon as possible. Information from the public is crucial to the effectiveness of the response.

Stay up to date with the BC Wildfire App.


*Important Updates

For Live Updates at EmergencyInfoBC.gov.bc.ca


Important Phone Numbers to Note

Report forest fires or Irresponsible Behaviour 1-800-663-5555 or (*5555 from a cell phone)

Call 911 from anywhere in British Columbia to access fire, ambulance and police emergency services. 

Evacuees and Receptions Centres call: Emergency Info BC at: 1-800-585-9559

BC Wildfire Information Line 1-888-336-7378

Kamloops Fire Centre Information Line 1-250-554-5965

ESS Evacuees Information 1-800-585-9559

Canadian Red Cross Evacuees Reunification 1-800-863-6582

Emergency Coordination Centre 1-800-663-3456


#RealTime Live Updates

Live Webcams From Communities in the Region

SilverStar Village Webcam
Live Feed Live Feed

Real-Time Emergency Updates

Download the Free BC Wildfire App for up-to-date information and to report a fire using the app.



Road Conditions


Resources

Watercraft Vehicle Requirements


Weather & Conditions


Forest Fires


Industry Preparedness