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NO FLIGHTS: Okanagan wildfires shut down Kelowna airport

91ƵPriority is safety of our community and access to the airspace required by aerial firefighters91Ƶ
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Kelowna International Airport sign. (Black Press file photo)

Wildfires in Kelowna, West Kelowna, and Lake Country have forced the closure of airspace around Kelowna International Airport (YLW).

91ƵThe priority is the safety of our community and to allow access to the airspace required by aerial firefighters,91Ƶ said Cassie Brannagan, communications advisor. 91ƵWe appreciate travellers91Ƶ patience with this evolving situation. Travellers are asked to check with their airline for the most up-to-date flight information before coming to the airport.91Ƶ

Brannagan said airport management will continue to work with our industry stakeholders, BC Wildfire Service, NavCanada and Transport Canada, to understand how these wildfires will impact operations.

Updates will be provided on the .

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gary.barnes@kelownacapnews.com

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