The Brunswick Creek wildfire near Boston Bar B.C., is shown in this handout photo provided by BC Wildfire Service, on Sunday, July 5, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Handout - BC Wildfire Service (Mandatory Credit)
B.C. wildfire triggers air-quality warning on top of evacuation orders
Jul 6, 2026 | 8:59 AM
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BOSTON BAR — An out-of-control wildfire near Boston Bar, B.C., that has forced several evacuation orders has also triggered an air-quality warning in the area.
Environment Canada issued the alert citing smoke from the fire, which is expected to reduce air quality and visibility in the Fraser Canyon between Lytton and Yale.
The agency is warning people to limit smoke exposure by reducing strenuous outdoor activity, while urging particular caution from those with lung or heart conditions as well as infants, pregnant people and those older than 55.
The Brunswick Creek wildfire continues to burn out of control just north of Boston Bar and has reached more than 12 square kilometres in size after growing by more than 10 times over the weekend.
