Lake Country Mayor Blair Ireland took a few moments to recognize the one-year anniversary of the Grouse Complex wildfire during council91裸聊视频檚 Aug. 20 meeting.

91裸聊视频淚 want to express our gratitude to the firefighters and first responders who came from near and far to protect us,91裸聊视频� Ireland said. 91裸聊视频淭heir bravery saved our homes and lives.91裸聊视频�

The mayor noted that the ongoing drought and recent high temperatures in the Okanagan are reminders that everyone needs to be prepared and vigilant.

91裸聊视频淚 encourage everyone to check out FireSmart to make your home more wildfire resistant. Make sure you have an emergency plan and build an emergency kit.91裸聊视频�

He also highlighted the importance of the community pulling together.

91裸聊视频淚 was proud of our community and how we stepped up to look after each other. That91裸聊视频檚 a sign of a great community, which we have.91裸聊视频�

The Grouse Complex comprised of the Clarke Creek wildfire in Lake Country, the Walroy Lake fire in Kelowna and the McDougall Creek wildfire in West Kelowna.

Information on emergency preparedness can be found on the , and local emergency notifications are available on the .