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Aug. 17: “Things are stable for now” on Elephant Hill fire

Aug. 17: “Things are stable for now” on Elephant Hill fire

About 150 firefighters working on the north end of the fire
Aug 17: Over 100 firefighters in Canim Lake, Hawkins Lake area

Aug 17: Over 100 firefighters in Canim Lake, Hawkins Lake area

Helicopter bucketing support helps with hotspots
Local business owners weigh in on minimum wage increase

Local business owners weigh in on minimum wage increase

While the increase is favourable to workers, owners may find the change difficult
Bonaparte, Criss Creek evacuation order downgraded

Bonaparte, Criss Creek evacuation order downgraded

Area remains on alert
Governments consider help for B.C. ranchers, farmers

Governments consider help for B.C. ranchers, farmers

Assessments being conducted on what is needed for agriculture sector
2017 now worst wildfire season in B.C.

2017 now worst wildfire season in B.C.

Total area burned approaching 9,000 square km across the province
Aug. 16: Increased activity seen on fires near Canim Lake this afternoon

Aug. 16: Increased activity seen on fires near Canim Lake this afternoon

Aerial bucketing support assisting ground crews
Aug 16: Insignificant growth today on Elephant Hill fire

Aug 16: Insignificant growth today on Elephant Hill fire

150 personnel working on the northern flank of the fire
Aug. 15: Many smaller fires in the South Cariboo out or being held

Aug. 15: Many smaller fires in the South Cariboo out or being held

Fires south of Canim Lake and Hawkins Lake remain the same size
NDP to raise B.C. minimum wage by 50 cents

NDP to raise B.C. minimum wage by 50 cents

Government says it’s part of a plan to increase the rate to $15/hour in the next four years