Fire activity spikes in Kelowna as homeless try to stay warm
This week, an exterior door/alcove at Global Okanagan was scorched.
With no emergency winter shelter up and running, Kelowna Mayor Tom Dyas said the city will be activating a temporary warming vehicle starting Thursday night. If successful, Dyas said more buses could be brought in as a temporary measure to give the homeless relief from the cold.
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