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Relief and thanks as Kelowna evacuees return home

The end to an emotional week

As the last evacuation orders were lifted in Kelowna, we asked residents: How does it feel to be back home?

Many were relieved their properties were unscathed, and they had been watching the brave efforts of firefighters via their doorbell cameras.

Above all else though, homeowners were grateful for all work done by emergency workers on the frontlines.

Check out the video.

Published 2023-08-25 by Robin Liva

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