Thanks to fire suppression efforts throughout today, fire crews have managed to contain 90% of the 50.3 hectare Okanagan Centre Wildfire.
Firefighters will continue working on the fire in the evening, extinguishing remaining spot fires, mopping up hot spots in a steep gulley and taking down hazard trees.
Despite the improvement from 80% containment this morning, the Evacuation Order for 58 properties on Nighthawk Road, Long Road and Tyndall Road from south of 10810 to the end of the pavement will remain in place overnight. Jack Seaton Park and trails remain closed.
Officials say they will provide an update on the status of the order Wednesday morning.
RCMP are maintaining road blocks in the evacuated area and are conducting ongoing roaming patrols. The public is asked to stay away from evacuated areas. RCMP have indicated zero tolerance for people accessing closed areas.