Hot weather challenging crews fighting Nohomin Creek wildfire
Posted July 25, 2022 9:12 am.
The BC Wildfire Service says crews are making progress containing a 2,200 hectare blaze near Lytton, despite hot weather making it more difficult.
It says sizzling temperatures mean firefighters need to take frequent breaks to prevent heat stress and exhaustion. It also says while the fire has been stable recently, hot and dry conditions this week could increase the fire risk.
Environment Canada warns temperatures in the region will approach 40 C by mid week.
“Smoke may be more visible today as temperatures increase throughout the day,” reads a statement from the service Monday.
The Nohomin Creek wildfire is still classified as out of control. Crews from the Lytton First Nation and the BC Wildfire Service are on both the north and south flanks, where there is steep terrain.
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The Lytton Ferry is now back in service, and is being used to take crews across the Fraser River to fight the Nohomin Creek wildfire.
“Crew transportation to both the ferry and helicopters will significantly decrease travel time to the worksite and increase crew hours on the fire and overall safety,” the service said.
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