Slocan, B.C., no longer under wildfire evacuation order — but more lightning expected in province

The Village of Slocan and the surrounding area in B.C.'s West Kootenay are no longer under evacuation order due to wildfires, with residents able to return to their homes for the first time in more than two weeks.

Slocan, B.C., no longer under wildfire evacuation order — but more lightning expected in province
Smoke rises from the mountains, with some trailers in the foreground.

The Village of Slocan and the surrounding area in B.C.'s West Kootenay are no longer under evacuation order due to wildfires, with residents able to return to their homes for the first time in more than two weeks.