Vehicle fire spreads to building

Fire crews had to deal with a vehicle fire that spread to a nearby building in West Kelowna Sunday evening.

Crews were dispatched to a vehicle fire in the vicinity of Highway 97 and Bartley Road around 6 p.m.

“Enroute, crews were advised the fire was spreading to a nearby building. When crews from the Westbank station arrived, they found a vehicle and building on fire. Crews from Lakeview Heights assisted with a quick knockdown of the fire. They were successful in keeping the fire outside of the building, preserving the business that operates inside,” said Fire Chief Jason Brolund.

Crews from Glenrosa and Rose Valley also supported the incident along with BC Ambulance, the RCMP and BC Hydro.

Brolund said the vehicle had left the highway and come to rest against the building before catching on fire.

“A single patient is in care of BC Ambulance Service,” he said.

Fire crews were remaining on scene through the evening to ensure the fire was completely extinguished.