Coquitlam RCMP asks public for information, video after Belcarra Regional Park fire

The Coquitlam RCMP is turning to the public for help in its investigation of the recent fire in Belcarra Regional Park.

Police say they are looking for witnesses or video from the area on Aug. 5 between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. to help determine the cause of the blaze.

“Anmore and Belcarra are strong, beautiful communities that take a great pride in maintaining their regional park,” said Const. Ashleigh Daniels.

“We are asking anyone who was in the area, witnessed anything suspicious, or may have video footage or information related to this investigation to contact police.”

In particular, they are interested in dashcam, home surveillance, or cellphone footage from the following areas:

Sugar Mountain Trail;
Crystal Creek Drive;
Fern Drive;
Magnolia Way;
Hemlock Drive;
Oak Court;
Black Bear Way;
Uplands Drive; and
Deerview Lane.

The fire broke out in the park near the Village of Anmore on Wednesday. It prompted an evacuation order for two properties in the area, and an evacuation alert was put in place for several other homes. On Thursday, the Metro Vancouver Regional District said the blaze was under control, and the order and alert have both been lifted.

It isn’t yet clear what sparked the fire. However, one possibility being investigated is whether a downed power line may have been a factor.

Crews will remain in the area over the coming days to put out hot spots.

Anyone with information or video is asked to call the Coquitlam RCMP at 604-945-1550 and refer to file 2026-20259.

— With files from CityNews Staff

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