LOCAL
Suspect Arrested in North Kelowna Hit-and-Run After Multi-Unit RCMP Search
Kelowna and Lake Country RCMP arrested a hit-and-run suspect after a two-vehicle crash on Highway 97 near Ellison Lake on Oct. 24. No injuries reported.
Hit-and-Run Incident Causes Traffic Delay on Highway 97
A driver attempting to flee on foot following a two-vehicle crash on Highway 97 near Ellison Lake was taken into custody by police on Saturday, Oct. 24. The collision in North Kelowna resulted in traffic slowing to a crawl while emergency responders managed the scene.
Extensive Police Response Leads to Arrest
Witnesses contacted authorities after observing the driver of a black sedan abandon the vehicle and run into a nearby green space. Multiple law enforcement teams were dispatched to track down the fleeing suspect, including the Kelowna RCMP Road Safety Unit, the Kelowna RCMP Gang Enforcement Team, frontline officers, Lake Country RCMP, Police Dog Services, and RCMP Air Services.
According to Kelowna RCMP media relations officer Cpl. Steven Lang, officers located and arrested the suspected driver close to the crash site shortly after the search began.
Police Investigation Ongoing
Authorities reported that no injuries occurred as a result of the collision. “Investigators believe alcohol and speed were factors in the collision,” Lang stated.
LOCAL
Community Safety Highlighted After Gunshots Hit Fort St. John Home
Fort St. John RCMP are investigating after gunshots struck a home on Saturday. Police confirm no injuries were reported in the residential incident.
RCMP Respond to Shooting in Residential Area
An investigation is underway in Fort St. John, B.C., after a local home was struck by gunfire on Saturday.
RCMP officers were dispatched to the neighborhood following multiple public reports of gunshots. Upon arrival, police confirmed that a residence had been hit several times.
Police Warn of Danger to Neighbourhood
No injuries were reported as a result of the gunfire. However, law enforcement officials emphasized the severe potential risks associated with the incident.
“Cpl. Brett Urano says it was fortunate no one was injured, but the potential for a tragic outcome can’t be understated,” police stated. Officials added that discharging firearms in a residential area puts innocent individuals and families at serious risk.
LOCAL
Your Current 3 Day Forecast — October 25, 2026
Your Current 3 Day Environment Canada forecast for Kamloops, Merritt, Clearwater, Cache Creek, Salmon Arm.
THE THOMPSON CURRENT · WEATHER
Your Current 3 Day Forecast
October 25, 2026
Across our communities
| Community | High / low | Rain | Wind | Alert |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamloops | 11° / 3° | 30% | E 20 km/h | None |
| Merritt | 10° / 1° | 30% | NE 20 km/h | None |
| Clearwater | 10° / 2° | 30% | NE 20 km/h | None |
| Cache Creek | 11° / 3° | 30% | E 20 km/h | None |
| Salmon Arm | 11° / 3° | 60% | E 20 km/h | None |
Kamloops
Now
6°
Mostly Cloudy
Sunrise 7:41 a.m. · Sunset 5:49 p.m.
Moon: Full moon · 100% lit
Observed 4:00 p.m.
Next 12 hours
Tonight
Mainly cloudy. 30 percent chance of showers this evening. Snow level 1000 metres. Wind east 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light this evening. Low plus 3.
Rain 30%Wind 20 km/hGusts 40 km/h
Monday
A mix of sun and cloud. High 11. UV index 1 or low.
Rain 0%Wind 5 km/h
Tuesday
Cloudy with 30 percent chance of showers. High 10.
Rain 30%Wind 0 km/h
Merritt
Now
1.7°
Current condition unavailable
Sunrise 7:41 a.m. · Sunset 5:52 p.m.
Moon: Full moon · 100% lit
Observed 4:00 p.m.
Next 12 hours
Tonight
Mainly cloudy with 30 percent chance of showers. Snow level 1000 metres. Fog patches developing after midnight. Wind northeast 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light this evening. Low plus 1.
Rain 30%Wind 20 km/hGusts 40 km/h
Monday
A mix of sun and cloud. Fog patches dissipating in the morning. High 10. UV index 1 or low.
Rain 0%Wind 0 km/h
Tuesday
Cloudy with 30 percent chance of showers. High 9.
Rain 30%Wind 0 km/h
Clearwater
Now
6.4°
Current condition unavailable
Sunrise 7:42 a.m. · Sunset 5:46 p.m.
Moon: Full moon · 100% lit
Observed 4:00 p.m.
Next 12 hours
Tonight
Cloudy. 30 percent chance of showers early this evening. Becoming partly cloudy overnight. Wind northeast 20 km/h becoming light this evening. Low plus 2.
Rain 30%Wind 20 km/h
Monday
Mainly sunny. Fog patches dissipating in the morning. High 10. UV index 1 or low.
Rain 0%Wind 0 km/h
Tuesday
Flurries or rain showers. High 6.
Rain 0%Wind 0 km/h
Cache Creek
Now
5.5°
Current condition unavailable
Sunrise 7:45 a.m. · Sunset 5:53 p.m.
Moon: Full moon · 100% lit
Observed 4:00 p.m.
Next 12 hours
Tonight
Mainly cloudy. 30 percent chance of showers this evening. Snow level 1000 metres. Wind east 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light this evening. Low plus 3.
Rain 30%Wind 20 km/hGusts 40 km/h
Monday
A mix of sun and cloud. High 11. UV index 1 or low.
Rain 0%Wind 5 km/h
Tuesday
Cloudy with 30 percent chance of showers. High 10.
Rain 30%Wind 0 km/h
Salmon Arm
Now
8.2°
Current condition unavailable
Sunrise 7:36 a.m. · Sunset 5:45 p.m.
Moon: Full moon · 100% lit
Observed 4:00 p.m.
Next 12 hours
Tonight
Cloudy with 60 percent chance of showers. Becoming partly cloudy overnight. Fog patches developing after midnight. Wind east 20 km/h becoming light this evening. Low plus 3.
Rain 60%Wind 20 km/h
Monday
A mix of sun and cloud. Fog patches dissipating in the morning. High 11. UV index 1 or low.
Rain 0%Wind 0 km/h
Tuesday
Cloudy with 60 percent chance of showers. High 9.
Rain 60%Wind 0 km/h
Track the weather
Last checked 2026-10-25T23:15:25.000Z · Changed: Kamloops, Merritt, Clearwater, Cache Creek, Salmon Arm · forecast, temperature, precipitation, wind, hourly · Next check 2026-10-26T00:15:00.000Z
LOCAL
Your Current 3 Day Forecast — October 24, 2026
Your Current 3 Day Environment Canada forecast for Kamloops, Merritt, Clearwater, Cache Creek, Salmon Arm.
THE THOMPSON CURRENT · WEATHER
Your Current 3 Day Forecast
October 24, 2026
Across our communities
| Community | High / low | Rain | Wind | Alert |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamloops | 10° / 5° | 0% | E 20 km/h | None |
| Merritt | 8° / 3° | 0% | E 15 km/h | None |
| Clearwater | 8° / 2° | 0% | E 15 km/h | None |
| Cache Creek | 10° / 5° | 0% | E 20 km/h | None |
| Salmon Arm | 10° / 4° | 0% | 0 km/h | None |
Kamloops
Now
4°
Light Rain
Sunrise 7:41 a.m. · Sunset 5:49 p.m.
Moon: Full moon · 99% lit
Observed 11:00 p.m.
Next 12 hours
Tonight
Cloudy. 40 percent chance of showers early this evening. Rain beginning early this evening. Snow level 900 metres. Wind east 20 km/h. Low plus 5.
Rain 0%Wind 20 km/h
Sunday
Rain ending in the morning then cloudy with 40 percent chance of showers. Snow level 1000 metres. Wind east 20 km/h gusting to 40. High 10. UV index 1 or low.
Rain 0%Wind 20 km/h
Monday
A mix of sun and cloud. High 11.
Rain 0%Wind 0 km/h
Merritt
Now
2.2°
Current condition unavailable
Sunrise 7:41 a.m. · Sunset 5:52 p.m.
Moon: Full moon · 99% lit
Observed 11:00 p.m.
Next 12 hours
Tonight
Periods of rain. Snow level 1000 metres. Amount 5 to 10 mm. Low plus 3.
Rain 0%Wind 15 km/h
Sunday
Rain ending in the morning then cloudy with 30 percent chance of showers. Snow level 1000 metres rising to 1400 metres late in the morning. Wind northeast 20 km/h gusting to 40. High 8. UV index 1 or low.
Rain 30%Wind 20 km/h
Monday
A mix of sun and cloud. High 10.
Rain 0%Wind 0 km/h
Clearwater
Now
2.2°
Current condition unavailable
Sunrise 7:42 a.m. · Sunset 5:46 p.m.
Moon: Full moon · 99% lit
Observed 11:00 p.m.
Next 12 hours
Tonight
Cloudy. 60 percent chance of showers early this evening. Periods of rain beginning this evening. Snow level 900 metres. Low plus 2.
Rain 0%Wind 15 km/h
Sunday
Periods of rain ending in the morning then cloudy with 40 percent chance of showers. Snow level 800 metres rising to 1500 metres near noon. Wind becoming northeast 20 km/h near noon. High 8. UV index 1 or low.
Rain 0%Wind 0 km/h
Monday
A mix of sun and cloud. High 10.
Rain 0%Wind 0 km/h
Cache Creek
Now
4.5°
Current condition unavailable
Sunrise 7:45 a.m. · Sunset 5:53 p.m.
Moon: Full moon · 99% lit
Observed 11:00 p.m.
Next 12 hours
Tonight
Cloudy. 40 percent chance of showers early this evening. Rain beginning early this evening. Snow level 900 metres. Wind east 20 km/h. Low plus 5.
Rain 0%Wind 20 km/h
Sunday
Rain ending in the morning then cloudy with 40 percent chance of showers. Snow level 1000 metres. Wind east 20 km/h gusting to 40. High 10. UV index 1 or low.
Rain 0%Wind 20 km/h
Monday
A mix of sun and cloud. High 11.
Rain 0%Wind 0 km/h
Salmon Arm
Now
4.4°
Current condition unavailable
Sunrise 7:36 a.m. · Sunset 5:45 p.m.
Moon: Full moon · 99% lit
Observed 11:00 p.m.
Next 12 hours
Tonight
Cloudy. 40 percent chance of showers early this evening. Periods of rain beginning early this evening. Low plus 4.
Rain 0%Wind 0 km/h
Sunday
Periods of rain ending late in the morning then cloudy. High 10. UV index 1 or low.
Rain 0%Wind 5 km/h
Monday
Cloudy. High 11.
Rain 0%Wind 0 km/h
Track the weather
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