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PRESCRIBED BURNS

Prescribed burns to take place in Williams Lake area

Mar 18, 2024 | 4:00 PM

WILLIAMS LAKE — The BC Wildfire Service will be conducting a series of prescribed burns along Highway 20 near Williams Lake.

Burns of about 40 hectares may begin as early as March 20 and continue periodically until May 31, according to a wildfire service press release.

Smoke and flames may be visible from Tsi Del Del, Yunesit’in, T’letinqox, Alexis Creek, Highway 20 and surrounding areas.

Goals include reducing wildfire hazards, protecting infrastructure and preventing uncontrolled fires.

Crews will be targeting high-risk areas between Lee’s Corner lookout and Chilanko Forks.

The exact timing of the burns will be dependent on weather, site and venting conditions. Ignitions will proceed only if conditions are suitable and allow for quick smoke dissipation.

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