Bald Range wildfire prompts mass evacuations in British Columbia
A fast-moving wildfire in British Columbia has forced thousands from their homes as crews battle a blaze that has spread across more than 25,000 acres.
A wildfire in British Columbia has led to large-scale evacuations after officials said the Bald Range fire moved rapidly through the province’s interior over the weekend. The blaze has forced about 18,000 people to leave their homes, according to local authorities.
Officials said the fire has burned more than 25,000 acres and at one point expanded by more than 2,000 acres in roughly an hour. The speed of the spread has made containment difficult for firefighters working in the area.
The evacuation orders affect communities in the province’s southern interior, where dry conditions have helped fuel the fire. Emergency crews have been warning residents to be ready to move quickly if conditions worsen.
The fire is one of several affecting western Canada during a busy summer wildfire season, with provincial and local agencies continuing to monitor the situation.
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