B.C. wildfire crews called to trio of new blazes near 100 Mile House
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Twenty-three firefighters have been called to the largest of the fires, burning near Drewry Lake. Continue reading
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24 new fires burning in Southern Interior, B.C. Wildfire Service says
Across the province, there are 49 fires, including 27 new ones in the last two days. Continue reading
Electric atmosphere in B.C.’s southern Interior with more than 24,000 lightning flashes
Thursday night was electric for Toronto Raptors fans, but even more so for residents of B.C.’s southern Interior Continue reading
B.C. wildfire crews tackle, contain two small wildfires burning in Southern Interior
One fire is located northeast of Merritt, the other is near Lytton. Continue reading
B.C. wildfire season expected to be busier than normal
By Shelby Thom South Okanagan Video Journalist
Drought conditions, above average temperatures and “significantly” lower-than-average snow pack levels combined indicate a “busier than normal season.” Continue reading
UPDATE: BCWS reports progress in battling wildfire burning near Savona, B.C.
B.C. Wildfire Service says sage, grass fire has responded well to suppression efforts. Continue reading
New wildfire burning near Sorrento
Blaze is in steep terrain and is visible from the nearby Trans-Canada Highway. Continue reading
Wildfire east of Penticton being ‘held’
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
The Tuzo Creek wildfire is believed to be lightning-caused and is not threatening any structures or communities. Continue reading
Small wildfire burning out of control north of Lumby
By Megan Turcato North Okanagan Video Journalist
The B.C. Wildfire Service now believes the 0.8-hectare fire was sparked by lightning. Continue reading
144 more B.C. crew members deployed to Alberta, Yukon to tackle wildfire threats
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
Those members will replace the 267 personnel who were sent to Alberta on May 22 and 23. Continue reading