TERRACE - The Wildfire Management Branch is responding to a 1.5-hectare wildfire near the southern end of Lakelse Lake, about 19 kilometres southwest of Terrace. The fire was sparked by lightning.

This fire is located in steep, rocky terrain that may challenge firefighting efforts. No structures or property are threatened at this time, but smoke, flames and firefighting aircraft may be visible from cabins along Lakelse Lake.

Five Wildfire Management Branch personnel are responding to this fire, along with one helicopter that is supporting firefighting efforts on the ground.

The Wildfire Management Branch would like to thank the public for phoning in reports about this fire, which led to a quick and efficient response to the incident. To report smoke, flames, unattended campfires or non-compliant open burning, call 1 800 663-5555 toll-free or *5555 on a cellphone.

For the latest information on wildfire activity, conditions and prohibitions, visit the Wildfire Management Branch website at: www.bcwildfire.ca or call 1 888 3-FOREST.

You can also follow the latest wildfire news:

• On Twitter at: http://twitter.com/BCGovFireInfo
• On Facebook at: http://facebook.com/BCForestFireInfo

Media Contacts:

Olivia Pojar
Fire Information Officer
Wildfire Management Branch
Northwest Fire Centre
250 847-6639