Raging wildfire forces 20,000 to flee in Canada (VIDEO)

British Columbia declared a state of emergency as a fast-moving blaze almost doubled in size overnight A state of emergency was declared in the Canadian province of British Columbia on Saturday as thousands of people were forced to flee a fast-moving wildfire that nearly doubled in size overnight.The Bald Range wildfire was burning out of control, prompting evacuation orders in Summerland, Peachland and other communities west of Okanagan Lake in southern British Columbia. First reported on Friday west of Summerland, the fire, fanned by strong winds and dry vegetation, raced about 15km toward the lake within hours, growing to more than 100 sq. km.Local officials said the blaze had triggered the largest evacuation event in British Columbia so far this summer, with more than 20,000 people across the province forced to leave their homes.Videos circulating online showed flames burning alongside a highway and structures engulfed in fire, while aircraft could be seen circling a towering column of smoke above forests near Summerland as crews battled the blaze from the air. Other footage showed thick smoke billowing over hillsides near residential areas and long lines of traffic as resident...