US EditionKelowna Man Thanks Firefighters for Saving His Family's Home
KELOWNA, BRITISH COLUMBIA, JUL 11 – Fire crews extinguished a soffit fire at a Kelowna residence with no injuries and minimal damage, responding with four trucks according to authorities.
- A wildfire sparked near Rockface Road on Sunday afternoon around 3:30 p.m., threatening homes including Shawn Carefoot's family residence.
- The fire spread quickly uphill toward houses due to dry conditions and steep terrain, prompting evacuation orders for nearby properties.
- Fire crews battled the fire using water bombers and ground operations, working from the top of the blaze downward and carrying out mop-up efforts, ultimately preventing the flames from reaching the house.
- Carefoot expressed sincere gratitude for the quick and effective response of both the firefighters and the water bombers, crediting the bombers with playing a crucial role in protecting the home from the advancing flames.
- The wildfire was declared under control, no structural losses occurred, evacuation orders were lifted, and residents were advised to start insurance claims if needed.
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House fire quickly extinguished in Kelowna
Fire crews responded to a blaze in the soffits of a home on Sladen Crescent on Friday
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