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Kelowna fire crews block off Bernard as apartment evacuated due to smoke

Bernard is blocked from Ethel to Richter Street

Emergency crews are on scene at Bernard Avenue for a possible structure fire, on Friday afternoon.

Bernard is blocked from Richter to Ethel Street due to the incident.

The fire was reported at about 5:15 p.m. for smoke coming from an apartment building on Bernard. The building was evacuated. 

According to witnesses, one person was seen being placed on a stretcher and placed in the care of BC Ambulance. It91ÂãÁÄÊÓƵ™s unclear the extent of the injuries.

There are multiple emergency crews on scene, public is advised to stay away from the area. 

More to come. 

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