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British Columbia wildfire that has forced 20,000 to flee grew overnight, officials say
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Haven Daley And Rob Gillies, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The fire has resulted in one reported death, an 80-year-old woman, and has destroyed homes and properties near Okanagan Lake.
A wildfire in British Columbia, Canada, has forced approximately 20,000 people to evacuate. The fire has resulted in one reported death, an 80-year-old woman, and has destroyed homes and properties near Okanagan Lake. The fire has continued to grow, even in the absence of strong winds, posing a challenge to containment efforts.
Firefighters from Mexico are en route to assist in battling the blaze. Further details about the wildfire and ongoing response efforts are available from the British Columbia Wildfire Service and other sources, including KSAT 12.
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Category: safety Published: August 11, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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