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Wildfire evacuation alert near Sorrento, B.C. lifted

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An evacuation alert caused by wildfire has been lifted near the community of Sorrento in B.C.’s Columbia-Shuswap Regional District.

The alert was originally instated on July 23, 2024, as a wildfire burned near Newsome Creek. As of Sunday, the wildfire was reportedly one hectare in size and was listed as held.

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The evacuation alert was lifted Sunday morning.

It is believed the fire was caused by lightning.

A press release states that smoke may still be visible in the area, and could increase due to high temperatures and wind conditions.

 

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