The Wildfire Management Branch is sending 31 firefighting personnel to the Yukon to aid in fire suppression efforts there. Ten three-person initial attack crews and one agency representative are leaving B.C. today and are expected to arrive in Whitehorse tonight.

After a thorough investigation by a specialized fire cause investigator, the Wildfire Management Branch has determined that the Elaho wildfire was caused by lightning, not people.

Smoke from several lightning-caused wildfires may drift into communities in northwest British Columbia over the coming week.

Effective at noon Pacific Time on Wednesday, June 24, Category 2 open fires will be prohibited in the Southeast Fire Centre to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect public safety.

The Wildfire Management Branch has sent additional firefighting personnel and resources to Alaska to assist with wildfire suppression efforts there.

Outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy exploring this province's spectacular backcountry need to do it responsibly and be aware of their legal obligations, or else they may face hefty fines and possible jail time.

Effective at noon on Thursday, June 18, 2015, open burning will once again be permitted throughout the Prince George Fire Centre's jurisdiction.

First Nations, industry and members of the public can now access science-based information on water supply in the Omineca region with the release of the Omineca Water Tool, a leading edge, GIS-based program that supports decision-making on water-use planning and approvals.

The Elaho wildfire, which is burning about 67 kilometres west of Pemberton, has now grown to 650 hectares.