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A large-scale wildfire near Okanagan Lake in Canada remains uncontrolled, having consumed 100 square kilometers and hundreds of homes, prompting authorities to declare a state of emergency and deploy helicopters for evacuations.
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Wildfire evacuations are expanding along Okanagan Lake in British Columbia as blazes cause widespread devastation. Over 200 foreign firefighters are heading to the province to assist in battling the intense wildfires.
The Bradley Creek wildfire in British Columbia's North Okanagan has more than doubled in size since Saturday, growing to approximately 26 square kilometers. New evacuation orders have been issued across the province due to the expanding blaze.
The B.C. Wildfire Service describes current wildfire conditions as 'explosive and extremely dangerous,' urging the public to clear Okanagan Lake for firefighting aircraft as crews brace for more heat and dry lightning.