BC Gov News

As a result of cooler temperatures and moderate fire danger ratings, BC Parks — in consultation with the BC Wildfire Service — has reopened southern sections of Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park for public use, effective immediately. 

BC Wildfire Service personnel have been responding to 31 active wildfires throughout the Southeast Fire Centre. Although some of these wildfires are visible from surrounding communities, none are immediately threatening communities or structures.

Due to reduced fire activity and recent progress made by firefighting crews, the BC Wildfire Service has rescinded the Order to Restrict Access that was implemented on July 12, 2017, for areas around the Sutherland Road fire.

The geographic area for the access restriction around the Dunn Lake wildfire has been expanded and will remain in force until the public is otherwise notified.

Premier John Horgan will stand up for B.C.’s interests in Ottawa this week, as he meets with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to discuss the wildfire state of emergency, softwood lumber and the opioid crisis.

BC Wildfire Service crews will conduct a controlled burnoff operation on the south east side of the Spokin Lake fire today, July 24, 2017, to create a clear and safer perimeter where ground crews can work.