The following is an update on the two wildfires in the region as per the Regional District of East Kootenay.

Spillimacheen Fire

Size: 54 hectares – no growth.

Location:  The fire is burning next to Highway 95 north of Spillimacheen.

Update:  This fire is classified as 100% contained. Because of the proximity to the highway, BC Wildfire Service crews will be continuing to reinforce the containment until they are 100% confident the containment will hold.

Resources:  31 firefighters

Alerts and Orders

An Evacuation ALERT remains in place for the area south of the RDEK boundary, east of Columbia River south to Westside Road in Spillimacheen.

Forecast:  The forecast is calling for the chance of thunderstorms this afternoon with possible gusty winds of up to 60 km/hr. There may be limited precipitation in some areas. More active thunderstorms are forecast for the weekend, which may bring more significant showers.  Fire Danger is rated as ‘High.’

Baynes Lake Fire (N10269)

Update: This fire is 100% contained. Crews are continuing to mop up hot spots. The Southeast Fire Centre is no longer considering this as a ‘Fire of Note.’ Unless a significant change occurs, there will be no further updates on this fire.

Alerts and Orders:

None.  All alerts and orders have been rescinded.

Other

Wildfires can impact backcountry recreation, resulting in area closures or restrictions. Campers and provincial park visitors should check with BC Parks for fire restrictions and closures.  Recreation site and trail users should check with Recreation Sites and Trails BC before making plans.  Please share this information with your neighbours.

A province-wide fire ban remains in effect.

If you spot smoke, flames or an unattended campfire, Call 1-800-663-5555 or *5555 on your cell.

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