Advertisement

Wildfire burning out of control west of Peachland

The Kathleen Mountain wildfire is currently burning out of control west of Peachland. Courtesy: BC Wildfire Service

A wildfire is burning out of control 26 kilometres west of Peachland.

The Kathleen Mountain fire, which is north of the Princeton-Summerland Road, is currently estimated at eight hectares.

READ MORE: Enderby mayor calling on Ottawa after alleged ISIS supporter released into B.C.’s Southern Interior

Air tankers, two helicopters, 14 firefighters and two pieces of heavy equipment are responding to the blaze.

Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won't miss a trending story.

Get breaking National news

Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won't miss a trending story.
By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

The BC Wildfire Service said smoke may be visible in the Peachland and Kelowna areas, but no communities are threatened at present.

Advertisement

Sponsored content

AdChoices