There have been a few new wildfires started in the East Kootenay this afternoon, Sept. 10.
The first, just west of Jim Smith Lake, has an Initial Attack Crew responding and a helicopter bucketing. This is marked as currently being held.
The second is off East Kootenay Road #3 north of Fairmont. An Initial Attack team is on route, and aviation support has been assigned, so residents may see activity in the area. This is marked as currently being held.
The final fire, approximately 10 km west of Hosmer is being followed up by the BC Wildfire Service. Still marked as out of control.
There are no significant changes to report on the Silver Basin Wildfire in the Bugaboo area. The Evacuation Alert and Area Restriction remain in effect.
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