Warm weekend temperatures to increase wildfire danger across B.C.

Warm weekend temperatures to increase wildfire danger across B.C.

August 8, 2025 3:45 pm PST.

Despite getting some relief from recent rain, the Wesley Ridge wildfire on Vancouver Island continues to burn out of control with increased fire activity expected this weekend. Cecilia Hua reports.

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