UPDATE: The Forest Ministry says the fire has destroyed two structures from an old movie set.
It says the fire is not contained and that it was caused by lightning.
Officials say the flames have spread into the trees.
An additional 20 ground crew are on route.
The size is estimated at four hectares.
OLIVER — A wildfire is burning in the Oliver area.
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It’s located about 10 kilometres southwest of Oliver.
Helicopters and air tankers are attacking the blaze.
The fire is also being fought on the ground.
The size of the fire is said to be just under four hectares.
More details to come.
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