# 2026 British Columbia fire season and drought

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/2026-british-columbia-wildfires
> Updated: 2026-08-10T02:42:48.000Z. Sources: 62. Developments: 3.

As of August 10, 2026, wildfire activity remains a critical concern in British Columbia. The Quilpituk Creek wildfire, located south of La Casa along Westside Road, continues to be out of control and has grown to approximately 1,239 hectares. The BC Wildfire Service has attempted controlled burns to create fuel breaks, though unfavorable weather and smoke have previously hindered these operations. Crews are monitoring for vigorous surface fire and deep burning in woody debris that could trigger spot fires from gusty winds. Structural protection teams are patrolling homes 24/7, while BC Hydro assesses danger trees and works to re-energize powerlines.

Evacuation orders and alerts remain in effect for the Quilpituk Creek area. Central Okanagan Emergency Operations is currently managing re-entry planning, which involves hazard assessments and water system evaluations. Residents using the Killiney Beach and Westshore Estates water systems have been advised that a boil water notice will be required upon their return.

Meanwhile, the 2,634-hectare Bradley Creek Complex near Vernon is being held, with expectations that it will remain within its current perimeter. In the Township of Spallumcheen, previous evacuation orders have transitioned to alerts. The Okanagan Indian Band continues recovery efforts and maintains a do-not-consume order for its water systems due to potential infrastructure damage.

In other areas, the wildfire near Saskum Lake continues to burn in steep, unstable, and rocky terrain, having reached 364 hectares by August 8.

## Claims

- The Bradley Creek wildfire was discovered on July 31. (disputed by 17 sources)
- The Bradley Creek wildfire response includes 12 helicopters and 138 firefighters. (disputed by 17 sources)
- The wildfire response includes 11 firefighting personnel, one helicopter, and heavy equipment. (disputed by 8 sources)
- The wildfire was discovered on July 28, 2026, and is suspected to have been caused by lightning. (disputed by 8 sources)
- The 2,634-hectare Bradley Creek Complex wildfire is currently being held. (corroborated by 17 sources)
- A do-not-consume order remains in place for all OKIB water systems. (corroborated by 15 sources)
- All areas previously under evacuation order due to the Bradley Creek wildfire are now on alert. (corroborated by 14 sources)
- The Quilpituk Creek wildfire is estimated to be 1,238 hectares in size. (corroborated by 11 sources)
- The Quilpituk Creek wildfire remains out of control. (corroborated by 11 sources)
- Three sets of evacuation orders and one set of an evacuation alert are in place for the Quilpituk fire. (corroborated by 11 sources)
- The wildfire near Saskum Lake is 150 hectares and remains out of control as of August 7, 2026. (corroborated by 8 sources)
- The wildfire is located approximately 33 kilometres east of Chu Chua and Little Fort. (corroborated by 8 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-10: Quilpituk Creek wildfire remains out of control in British Columbia

The Quilpituk Creek wildfire in British Columbia remains out of control at roughly 1,239 hectares. Crews are managing controlled burns amid shifting winds, while evacuation orders remain in place.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/quilpituk-creek-wildfire-remains-out-of-control-in-british-columbia

### 2026-08-07: Wildfires in British Columbia: Quilpituk Creek grows while Bradley Creek is held

The Quilpituk Creek wildfire has grown to 1,238 hectares and remains out of control, while the 2,634-hectare Bradley Creek wildfire near Vernon is currently being held.

60 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bc-wildfire-near-little-fort-grows-to-150-hectares

### 2026-07-25: Felker Fire near Williams Lake burns 2,300 hectares, still out of control

The Felker Fire south of Williams Lake has burned 2,300 ha, remains out of control, with 44 crews, air tankers, helicopters and road‑evacuation advisories as of July 25, 2026.

32 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/felker-wildfire-burns-2300-hectares-south-of-williams-lake

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Cite as: 2026 British Columbia fire season and drought. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/2026-british-columbia-wildfires