An After-Action Report (AAR) report of the 2023 wildfire season has made recommendations to improve the effectiveness and
efficiency of the Central Okanagan Emergency Operations.
It explored areas of preparedness enhancement and standardization, staff wellness and resilience and continuous improvement and adaptation.
The Regional District Central Okanagan Board received the report at its July 25 meeting.
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The timelines cover three months to three years.
AAR recommendations include refining operational protocols such as evacuation procedures and prioritizing workload management and mental health support for staff.
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The report also highlighted the collaboration of agencies involved in the 2023 wildfires, that no lives were lost, and that thousands of homes were saved.
There was also a call from some directors to push wildfire prevention measures.
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Carson added homes and firefighters will continue to be at risk of wildfires unless such measures are implemented more broadly.
Peachland Director Keith Thom agreed.
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The AAR is available through the .
