The Kullagh Creek wildfire on Tuesday, June 16. (Image Credit: BC Wildfire Service)
Kullagh Creek Wildfire
Wildfire near Stump Lake under control, suspected to be human-caused
Jun 18, 2026 | 6:16 AM
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UPDATE (10:15 a.m.): The TNRD has downgraded an evacuation alert for 31 properties threatened by the Kullagh Creek wildfire.
EARLIER: KAMLOOPS — A notable wildfire near Stump Lake south of Kamloops is now classified as under control.
In an update late Wednesday (June 17) afternoon, the BC Wildfire Service says the Kullagh Creek wildfire is not expected to spread beyond its current 149-hectare perimeter. The wildfire was showing Rank 1 fire behaviour, meaning it’s a smouldering ground fire.
The wildfire is suspected to be human-caused, either by accident or with intention.
