Davis lake fire update

The Fraser Valley Regional District is asking residents and visitors to avoid the Davis Lake area due to a davis lake fire update, out-of-control wildfire burning on a mountainside east of Mission, B. The Davis Lake wildfire, now a highly-visible wildfire of note, is burning in a remote area on the forested slope less than a kilometre north of Davis Lake Provincial Park, 18 kilometres north of Abbotsford. The BC Wildfire Service is actively engaged in wildfire containment activities in the area and we ask the public to avoid the area.

Firefighters from Coastal Fire Centre remain on scene, with 11 personnel responding as of Wednesday morning. According to BCWS, crews continue to make good progress and are working to establish a 25 to foot blackline along the northeast flank of the fire. We would need to see some significant rainfall for it to have any meaningful impact on the fire situation. Planned burns started on the Davis Lake fire on July 14 to bring it to workable ground. The location provided firefighters with challenging terrain that allowed the fire to spread, including steep slopes, danger trees and unstable rock. The fire was discovered on July 5 at approximately 8 p.

Davis lake fire update

The Davis Lake wildfire approximately 18 km north of Mission has spread to hectares as of Sunday July 16 and remains out of control. A planned burn of 10 hectares on the northern flank of the fire was completed on Friday July 14 to bring the blaze to established containment lines. There are currently 55 Coastal Fire Centre personnel, two helicopters and heavy equipment on the scene. The fire was discovered on July 5 at approximately 8 p. The blaze was six hectares when first discovered before growing to 38 hectares by July 7, acres by July 11 and hectares on the weekend. Coastal Fire Centre information officer Kimberly Kelly says the spread of the fire can be attributed to less-than-ideal terrain with steep slopes, danger trees and unstable rock. Lost Creek Forest Service Road is closed in relation to the fire and there are no current evacuation orders for the incident. After burning for two weeks, a hectare wildfire was previously extinguished near Davis Lake by the Coastal Fire Centre on June 2. Dialogue and debate are integral to a free society and we welcome and encourage you to share your views on the issues of the day. We ask that you be respectful of others and their points of view, refrain from personal attacks and stay on topic. To learn about our commenting policies and how our community-based moderation works, please read our Community Guidelines. Home News Wildfire north of Mission spreads to hectares Coastal Fire completed hectare planned ignition Friday to bring the blaze to containment lines. Dillon White Jul 17, AM. Share by Email. A ban from Coastal Fire on campfires, fireworks and more was reinstated on July 7.

On Saturday July 8crews were able to do some small area burning on the southwest flank of the fire.

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According to BC Wildfire Service, 55 personnel and one helicopter are responding to the fire. The Fraser Valley Regional District released an Emergency Advisory on Friday July 7 for Electoral Area F asking people to avoid the area completely to allow for wildfire-fighting activities to be prioritized. The fire was discovered on Wednesday night July 5 at approximately 8 p. There are currently 31 firefighters and three helicopters responding. There are no current evacuation orders for the incident. After burning for two weeks, a hectare wildfire was previously extinguished near Davis Lake by the Coastal Fire Centre on June 2.

Davis lake fire update

A wildfire burning out of control north of Mission has some property owners worried that extremely dry conditions could cause the fire to grow more and put their places at risk. Area residents say that at times, the air is thick with smoke that can be seen billowing high into the air from the Davis Lake wildfire. The Fraser Valley Regional District has issued an emergency advisory notice and shut down the road to the public. However, homeowners, along with dozens of people who have recreational properties in the area, are still being granted access. Some are using the time to try and protect their cabins, although the B. Wildfire Service said there is no immediate risk to structures. On Friday, firefighters carried out a controlled burn to remove fuels and try and bring containment. A state funeral for former prime minister Brian Mulroney will be held on March 23 in Montreal. Correctional Service Canada confirms Luka Magnotta, who made international headlines for the brutal killing of an international student, resides in a medium-security prison.

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We ask that you be respectful of others and their points of view, refrain from personal attacks and stay on topic. The location provided firefighters with challenging terrain that allowed the fire to spread, including steep slopes, danger trees and unstable rock. According to BC Wildfire Service, 55 personnel and one helicopter are responding to the fire. To learn about our commenting policies and how our community-based moderation works, please read our Community Guidelines. The Fraser Valley Regional District released an Emergency Advisory on Friday July 7 for Electoral Area F asking people to avoid the area completely to allow for wildfire-fighting activities to be prioritized. The blaze was six hectares when first discovered before growing to 38 hectares by July 7, hectares by July 11, hectares by July 16 and hectares by Monday July Murder conviction in Burnaby karaoke bar stabbing upheld. A ban from Coastal Fire on campfires, fireworks and more was reinstated on July 7. Coastal Fire Centre information officer Kyla Preto says conditions on site can lead to growth since it is still an out-of-control fire. There are currently 55 Coastal Fire Centre personnel, two helicopters and heavy equipment on the scene. Home News Davis Lake wildfire near Mission being held at hectares The blaze is no longer considered a wildfire of note as firefighters continue to contain it. More Videos. Dialogue and debate are integral to a free society and we welcome and encourage you to share your views on the issues of the day. There are currently 31 firefighters and three helicopters responding. Two men received the Award of Merit for saving the life of a man who fell unconscious into a marina in Vancouver.

The Fraser Valley Regional District is asking residents and visitors to avoid the Davis Lake area due to a growing, out-of-control wildfire burning on a mountainside east of Mission, B.

The blaze was six hectares when first discovered before growing to 38 hectares by July 7, hectares by July 11, hectares by July 16 and hectares by Monday July Mark McAllister offers the comparison. After burning for two weeks, a hectare wildfire was previously extinguished near Davis Lake by the Coastal Fire Centre on June 2. Accessibility Feedback. British Columbia Public urged to avoid area of growing wildfire burning near Mission, B. According to BC Wildfire Service, the suspected cause of the wildfire is human activity. Posted July 8, pm. Wildfire Service information officer Donna MacPherson. Coastal Fire Centre information officer Kimberly Kelly says the spread of the fire can be attributed to less-than-ideal terrain with steep slopes, danger trees and unstable rock. Dialogue and debate are integral to a free society and we welcome and encourage you to share your views on the issues of the day. The fire was discovered on Wednesday night July 5 at approximately 8 p. The Davis Lake wildfire north of Mission remains at hectares as of Friday July 21 but Coastal Fire Centre says crews continue to make good progress.