Smoke from distant fire darkens Kamloops sky to eerie hue

KAMLOOPS — The sky above Kamloops darkened considerably Tuesday evening (July 7), apparently the result of smoke drifting in from the Brunswick Creek wildfire near Boston Bar.

The website FireSmoke.ca showed a forecast of smoke drifting northeast throughout the day, emitted by the 1,800-hectare blaze.

The BC Wildfire Service website shows no significant fire activity in the more localized Kamloops area.

All arrivals and departures at Kamloops Airport were listed as on time as of 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, despite reduced visibility.

Earlier in the day, Interior Health warned of health impacts caused by breathing wildfire smoke, especially for those with pre-existing conditions.

CFJC Today will monitor the situation in case there are any further impacts from the smoke.