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More Canadian Armed Forces on way to help fight wildfires in B.C.

More Canadian Armed Forces on way to help fight wildfires in B.C.

The request was made for an additional 300 members to assist, bringing the total to 650.
Aug. 12: Elephant Hill fire progressed significantly towards the north and northeast

Aug. 12: Elephant Hill fire progressed significantly towards the north and northeast

“The winds were incredibly gusty today which made firefighting efforts very difficult.”
Train rail activity eliminated as cause of Elephant Hill wildfire

Train rail activity eliminated as cause of Elephant Hill wildfire

RCMP and BC Wildfire Service say that train traffic or related rail activities not the cause.
Canadian military personnel learn to fight fires in Chilliwack

Canadian military personnel learn to fight fires in Chilliwack

Reservists learn to keep safe on the fire line before heading to the Interior
Aug. 11: Smoke today due to change in wind direction

Aug. 11: Smoke today due to change in wind direction

“We are going to start seeing a lot of fire activity.”
Topur de Rock rider seeking sponsors in Tofino and Ucluelet

Topur de Rock rider seeking sponsors in Tofino and Ucluelet

“Every single dollar helps and goes a long way towards helping these children.”
100 Mile House fire camp is like a small city

100 Mile House fire camp is like a small city

“Local support always is really good for logistics”
Rehabilitation has begun on Gustafsen fire

Rehabilitation has begun on Gustafsen fire

“They’re looking at starting to sell the wood”
Evacuation order issued for Anahim Lake and Nimpo Lake areas

Evacuation order issued for Anahim Lake and Nimpo Lake areas

Everyone must leave immediately
Aug. 10: Elephant Hill fire remains largely within perimeter

Aug. 10: Elephant Hill fire remains largely within perimeter

“We’re trying our best. This is a huge fire.”