Peachland wildfire grows to 12 hectares, triggers evacuations and emergency response

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The wildfire burning at Drought Hill near Peachland, B.C., has expanded to 12 hectares, with Rank 3 and 4 fire behavior reported. Emergency support centers are open in West Kelowna and Peachland. BC Wildfire Service, alongside municipal crews, is using helicopters, airtankers, and structure protection to control the fire