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.
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.