Wildfires across British Columbia are rapidly escalating, forcing more than 5,000 people to evacuate in the last day alone. The Okanagan Lake wildfire has seen particularly aggressive growth, doubling in size and prompting new evacuation orders. Cliff Chapman, B.C.’s director of wildfire operations, provided this update during a news conference Sunday. The situation is dynamic, with fire crews battling blazes throughout the province. Authorities are urging residents to stay vigilant and prepared to leave at a moment’s notice. Further details regarding affected areas and evacuation centers are being released by local emergency management officials. The province remains under a severe wildfire threat.