An evacuation order for five residential properties along Hwy. 97, north of Summerland, has been rescinded to allow residents to return home.

All of these properties remain on an advisory evacuation alert.

The five homes are located on Highway 97, with four of them on the west side of the highway.

Residents are urged to take precautions when re-entering your property, homes and buildings and be prepared for the fact their home and its surroundings may not look like they did before you left.

When you are heading back home, the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) reminds residents to bring supplies like a flashlight, tools, drinking water, gloves, garbage bags and a first aid kit.

Photo Credit: Facebook District of SummerlandResidents at five properties on Hwy. 97 in Summerland that were under evacuation order can return home after the order was lifted Monday morning.

Walk around the perimeter of any structure before entering, noting electrical wiring, any gas smell or debris that could fall.

Enter with caution and check that the main power breaker is off.

Only use generators outdoors and do not connect to a household circuit.

Note sewage and water damage and realize your septic system or sump pump may not work without power and water may not be potable (that is, may not be safe to consume).

Do not use your sewage disposal system unless you know it’s capable of handling waste.

If using propane, gas or heating oil, contact suppliers for inspection and service.

Take pictures, keep track of your expenses and time spent cleaning up, and keep your receipts.

For more information, visit the RDOS website at www.rdos.bc.ca.