Lake Country Mayor Blair Ireland took a few moments to recognize the one-year anniversary of the Grouse Complex wildfire during council含羞草研究社檚 Aug. 20 meeting.

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The mayor noted that the ongoing drought and recent high temperatures in the Okanagan are reminders that everyone needs to be prepared and vigilant.

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He also highlighted the importance of the community pulling together.

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The Grouse Complex comprised of the Clarke Creek wildfire in Lake Country, the Walroy Lake fire in Kelowna and the McDougall Creek wildfire in West Kelowna.

Information on emergency preparedness can be found on the , and local emergency notifications are available on the .