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“These regions are being impacted or are likely to be impacted by wildfire smoke over the next 24-48 hours,” said Environment Canada.

'Dozens of additional workers have arrived in the area, and BC Hydro will continue to send more resources as needed.'

“Emergency Health Services attended and transported the man to hospital. He was later pronounced deceased,” said police.

'Area residents can expect to see an expanded presence of firefighters and trucks in the area,' said Emergency Operations.

"All the neighbours are fine. It was just very emotional. It's been a week from hell, but a beautiful ending," said Kelowna resident Laddy Sanetrik.

“While we are making good progress, there is a lot of work to do to make this area safe,” said North Westside fire chief Ross Kotscherofski.

On Saturday morning, the regional district said significant property damage has occurred within its boundaries.

Elsewhere in B.C., the Trans-Canada Highway between Boston Bar and Lytton will remain closed through the weekend.

Just one evacuation order remains in effect for Lake Country as of Friday, along with one evacuation alert.

RCMP working with the Coroners Service to determine if there’s any correlation with a 30-year-old from Mexico who went missing on July 7.