Twenty firefighters are on scene at a wildfire burning near Kokanee Creek and two kilometres northeast of Kokanee Creek Provincial Park.
The BC Wildfire Service says it received many calls about the fire from campers at the park and people travelling along Highway 3A.
The fire is believed to be about three hectares in size and no structures are threatened at this time. Local firefighters have also responded and four Air Tractor ‘Fire Boss’ amphibious airtankers are also available.
The BC Wildfire Service is asking the public to stay away from the Kokanee Creek Forest Service Road and the West Kokanee Forest Service Road.
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The current fire danger rating in the Southeast Fire Centre is ‘moderate’ or ‘high’, with some pockets rated ‘extreme’ near Midway, Grand Forks, Kaslo and Revelstoke.
Starting at noon on Friday, all campfires, fireworks and open fires are banned in this region.
To report a wildfire or open burning violation, call 1 800 663-5555 toll-free or *5555 on a cellphone.
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