British Columbia wildfires – latest updates – A greener life, a greener world

Monday 10th of August 2026

23:25 GMT

Wildfire status: Of the four major wildfires, Pear Lake are still, by some way, the largest fire, having burned nearly 150,000 ha.

This is then followed by Ainslee Creek at just over 54,000 ha.

Bald Range number three at 16,000 ha.

And rounding off the fires classified as Wildfires of Note is Brunswick Creek at 8,800 ha.

23:15 GMT

Bald Range: The large fire has now burned through nearly 16,000 ha, up from 14,000 earlier today.

17:35 GMT

Wildfire status: The B.C. Wildfire Service has released the following update on the wildfire situation in the province:

We are expecting a high potential for lightning-caused wildfire starts, particularly in the central Interior and the Okanagan which are receiving limited precipitation and dry lightning. Elevated temperatures and heightened wind gusts will continue to linger in the Okanagan and southeastern regions of B.C., which can increase fire behaviour.

New ignitions occurring during periods of hot and dry weather can establish and spread quickly. Of particular concern are smaller fires located in steep terrain where wind and slope alignment can rapidly accelerate fire growth. Fires that appear manageable can transition quickly to higher intensity behaviour under these conditions.

Lingering smoke may reduce visibility for responding aircraft and limit the effectiveness of our detection technology, making public reports critical as they are our eyes and ears on the ground. If you see a wildfire, please report it to 1-800-663-5555 or *5555 on a cellphone or through the BC Wildfire Service Mobile App and utilize the “Report a Fire” function, attaching a photo with your report.  

While crews continue responding to new wildfire starts and maintaining sustained action on existing incidents, everyone in B.C. has a role to play in preparedness.   

17:30 GMT

Bald Range: Even though the community of Summerland was evacuated, it was confirmed today that it has claimed the life of a 80-tear-old woman.

14:00 GMT

Wildfire status: Bald Range is just one of over 100 wildfires currently burning in BC, out of which 46 is classified as out of control.

13:45 GMT

Bald Range: At a news conference Eby explained the immediate aftermath and impacts:

Homes have been lost, and properties have been destroyed. Some people became trapped as conditions changed very quickly, and needed to be rescued.

13:30 GMT

Bald Range: On Sunday, David Eby, the Premier of British Columbia (BC), declared a state of emergency due to the fast-spreading Bald Range wildfire.

The fire has so far burned 14,000 hectares (ha) and forced the immediate evacuation of 22,000 people and 9,700 people told to be ready to move including the evacuation of the entire community of Summerland – home to 12,000 people.

About this live blog

This live blog tracks significant wildfire developments across BC and will be updated as the situation changes.

For the latest data on active wildfires, area burned, fire danger, weather conditions and the wider 2026 wildfire season, see our Canada wildfire dashboard.

Where appropriate, individual updates may link to more detailed coverage of significant fires or developments.

Sources: BC Wildfire Service, EmergencyInfoBC, Environment and Climate Change Canada, local authorities and other relevant official sources, alongside reporting from reputable news organisations.