Kelowna Wildfire Map & Tracker
Track active wildfires near Kelowna in real time. WildFire-Ready maps active fires, evacuation alerts, and wildfire smoke and air quality across British Columbia, drawn from official agencies and updated continuously. Kelowna and the Okanagan are among the most fire-exposed populated areas in British Columbia, with steep, dry, forested slopes ringing the valley.
Wildfire risk around Kelowna
Kelowna and the Okanagan are among the most fire-exposed populated areas in British Columbia, with steep, dry, forested slopes ringing the valley.
Kelowna sits within British Columbia, so the same official-source fire, evacuation, and air-quality data that we carry for the region applies here. Open the live map centred on Kelowna to see active fires near you, watch a fire of interest, and check evacuation alerts and air quality in one place.
Kelowna fire data sources
Everything we show near Kelowna traces back to the agencies that publish it for British Columbia:
- BC Wildfire Service
- EmergencyInfoBC
- Environment and Climate Change Canada (AQHI)
- DriveBC
- NASA FIRMS
You can verify the area's fire picture directly at the official agency: https://wildfiresituation.nrs.gov.bc.ca/.
Kelowna wildfire FAQ
Are there wildfires near Kelowna right now?
WildFire-Ready shows active wildfires near Kelowna and across British Columbia in real time, drawn from official agencies. Open the live map centred on Kelowna to see what is currently active, where it is burning, and its status. Counts change throughout the day, so check the map for the latest picture.
Is there wildfire smoke in Kelowna?
Wildfire smoke can reach Kelowna from local fires or from fires far away, and air quality can change quickly. WildFire-Ready plots air-quality readings on the map so you can check conditions in and around Kelowna. During smoke events, follow guidance from your local health authority.
Where can I see evacuation alerts near Kelowna?
Evacuation orders and alerts appear on the WildFire-Ready map as the responsible agencies issue them for the British Columbia area around Kelowna. Always follow official evacuation orders, and call 911 in an emergency. WildFire-Ready is a companion to 911, not a replacement.
Where does Kelowna fire data come from?
Everything we show near Kelowna traces back to official agencies for British Columbia, including BC Wildfire Service. Confirm critical details with the responsible agency before acting.