Three fires are still out of control in the East Kootenay, while all others are either held or under control.
The Silver Basin fire is still the largest at 490 hectares. The lightning-caused fire was discovered on Aug. 28, and the evacuation alert and area restriction remains in place.
The Kidd Creek Blaze by Yahk is slightly smaller at 450 hectares. This fire was discovered on Sept. 2 and is believed to be human-caused. An area restriction remains in place.
The final out of control fire is near Fernie.
The Galbraith Creek fire is lightning caused, under one hectare and was discovered on Sept. 10.
The Heikos Creek fire near Fernie and Upper Finley Creek fire by Canal Flats are both being held.
Door Cutoff Road fire near Grasmere and the Tatley Creek blaze by Invermere are under control.
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