The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) continues to maintain regular security patrols in areas affected by the Bald Range Wildfire to support residents and property owners with safety and security while recovery and rebuilding efforts continue.

As recovery progresses, the RDOS will be reducing the level of roving security patrols in the affected area. The RDOS will conclude its contract with Alliance Security and transition to Paladin Security for ongoing roving patrols.

The RDOS would like to thank Alliance Security for its support to the community during the wildfire response and recovery. The transition to Paladin Security will allow the RDOS to continue providing security patrols while moving to a local service provider as recovery activities progress.

Effective Monday, November 16, one roving security vehicle will patrol daily from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm in the following areas:

• Princeton-Summerland Road between Mountain View Road and Deans Road
• From the Fish Lake Road intersection to Marsh Lane

While the level of security patrols is being reduced, the RDOS recognizes that wildfire recovery remains ongoing. Residents and property owners are encouraged to continue securing their properties and to report suspicious activity to security personnel or the RCMP.

The RDOS thanks residents, property owners, and community partners for their continued patience and cooperation throughout the wildfire response and recovery.