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B.C. wildfire crews are stressing the importance of following evacuation orders. The message comes after firefighters were forced to rescue an individual who stayed in a fire zone near Clinton and then found himself surrounded by flames. BC Wildfire Service Incident Commander Bryce Moreira speaks with Global News Morning about the rescue.

The BC Wildfire Service is warning the southern part of the province is at high risk for new fire starts over the next couple days. Warm, dry conditions are expected to continue and dry lightning is in the forecast. Travis Prasad has the details.

Some residents in Summerland are being allowed back home, as the Bald Range wildfire continues to out of control. Joining us with an update this morning is Erin Catherall, from the BC Wildfire Service.

Residents impacted by the Quilpituk Creek wildfire are now able to return home, with the Central Okanagan Emergency Management downgrading evacuation orders and alerts. The fire is currently classified as being held by the BC Wildfire Service. Kari O’Rourke, Central Okanagan EOC Information Officer joins Global News Morning with more.

Residents are being allowed back home after being evacuated because of the Quilpituk Creek wildfire. BC Wildfire Service announcing earlier this week the wildfire is now being held and the regional district inviting residents back for a phased re-entry. Travis Lowe has the details.

BC Wildfire Service says the Bald Range wildfire is one of the most challenging wildfires this province has ever faced. Taya Fast has more.

High winds are expected to cause issues for wildfire crews battling the many large blazes across BC. Joining us with an update this morning on the Bradley Creek wildfire burning near Vernon is Sarah Hall, with the BC Wildfire Service.

Firefighters are making progress on the Bradley Creek wildfire near Vernon, but changing weather conditions could bring new challenges in the days ahead. Sarah Hall with BC Wildfire Service joins Global News Morning with an update on the fire fight and what crews are watching for.

Global News Morning speaks with BC Wildfire Service Information Officer Aydan Coray about wildfire growth over the B.C. Day long weekend.

The BC Wildfire Service says the Pear Lake Wildfire is still burning out of control and is exhibiting extreme wildfire behaviour. It continues to threaten homes and hundreds took part in a virtual information meeting Tuesday afternoon. Taya Fast has the details.

Wildfire crews are assessing the damage in Clinton after the Pear Lake wildfire, while monitoring hot and windy conditions that could increase the risk of further fire activity. Jean Strong with the BC Wildfire Service joins Global News Morning with the latest on the response and what happens next.

B.C.’s wildfire crews are getting some extra support as firefighters from across Canada and Mexico arrive to help battle more than 130 active wildfires across the province. Former BC Wildfire Service firefighter James Whitehead, now a Special Project Manager with SFU’s Mitigating Wildfire Initiative, joins us to discuss what the added resources mean for the...

Lightning, strong winds and extremely dry conditions are expected to increase the risk of new wildfire starts across B.C. BC Wildfire Service Information Officer Aydan Coray speaks with Global News Morning about the areas of the province most at risk.

The BC Wildfire Service says it’s hoped this weekend’s weather conditions will help in the ongoing battle to contain the Brunswick Creek Complex fires near Boston Bar in the Fraser Canyon. That comes as authorities issue another reminder about the dangers posed by drones to fire crews. Taya Fast reports from Boston Bar.

Crews continue to battle the massive Bald Range wildfire near Summerland, B.C., with thick smoke limiting helicopter and air tanker operations. Thousands of properties remain under evacuation order, while at least 55 people were rescued by helicopter after the fast-moving fire cut off some roads. RCMP and the BC Coroners Service are also working to...

An out-of-control wildfire in southern B.C. has forced evacuations and closed a major highway. Residents in Lytton have been told to be ready to leave on short notice as the wildfire burns nearby, while a boil-water notice has also been issued due to concerns related to the blaze. The BC Wildfire Service says the fire...

The wildfires raging in B.C.’s Interior have forced more than 20,000 people from their homes and the province’s wildfire service says the Bald Range wildfire near Summerland is displaying extreme fire behaviour. Shifting winds could also fuel the flames. The RCMP are working to confirm at least one reported death and the province, which remains...

Terrifying video is captured as 20,000 people in B.C.’s Okanagan region fled for their lives Friday night. A fire that was first reported at 5:30 p.m. near the community of Summerland suddenly exploded in size, leaving little time to escape. Premier David Eby has declared a provincewide state of emergency and B.C.’s wildfire service warns...

More than 5,000 people were reported under evacuation orders as wildfires continued to burn across British Columbia. Cliff Chapman, provincial director of wildfire operations with the B.C. Wildfire Service, said record drought conditions are driving unprecedented fire behaviour and warned that hotter, drier weather and more lightning could fuel additional fires throughout August.

Terrifying video is captured as 20,000 people in B.C.’s Okanagan region fled for their lives Friday night. A fire that was first reported at 5:30 p.m. near the community of Summerland suddenly exploded in size, leaving little time to escape. Premier David Eby has declared a provincewide state of emergency and B.C.’s wildfire service warns...