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

害羞草研究所淭he priority is the safety of our community and to allow access to the airspace required by aerial firefighters,害羞草研究所� said Cassie Brannagan, communications advisor. 害羞草研究所淲e appreciate travellers害羞草研究所� 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.害羞草研究所�

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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