Parks Canada today (Tuesday May 23) reports progress in its battle with the Mitchell Ridge Wildfire on the southern edge of Kootenay National Park thanks to Mother Nature.

“After 24 mm of rain yesterday, activity on the Mitchell Ridge Wildfire has further slowed and is an estimated 288 hectares in size. We don’t anticipate further growth on the perimeter this week,” Parks Canada stated on social media.

“Today, our crews are capitalizing on the downturn in the weather. Thirty-three Parks Canada firefighters, supported by two helicopters are falling danger trees, reinforcing hose lay on the south and west flanks and patrolling the northern perimeter for spotting.”

Since yesterday, much less smoke has been visible from Highway 93.

This is a lightning-caused wildfire and is considered ‘Out of Control.’

There is no threat to public safety, infrastructure or roads at this time.

The fire danger rating for the park is now ‘low.’

Parks Canada photo and map

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