Sat Sep 07 17:40:00 UTC 2024: – Volunteer firefighters quickly responded to a fire west of Keremeos, preventing it from spreading significantly
– The fire burned a truck, some grassland, and trees but was contained to a 0.5-hectare area
– One person suffered minor injuries
– The cause of the fire is under investigation
– Fire crews are still on scene to ensure the fire is fully extinguished
– Conditions in the area remain extremely dry, posing a risk for further fires
– Campfires are now permitted across B.C. but must be small in size
Fire crews keep overnight fire near Keremeos from spreading
Fire crews keep overnight fire near Keremeos from spreading
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