The BC Wildfire Service is responding to a new 50-hectare wildfire about five kilometres south of Pantage Lake and 40 kilometres northwest of Quesnel that has been classified as “out of control”
Reported on Sunday, June 4, the wildfire does not pose an immediate threat to public safety or property at this time, said fire information officer Natasha Broznitsky in a press release.
Crews began fighting the fire Sunday and are now being supported by air tankers, a helicopter and heavy equipment. Thirty-seven firefighters are currently working to establish control lines around the perimeter.
As of Monday morning the fire was zero per cent contained and its cause is under investigation.
The BC Wildfire Service strongly urges members of the public to stay well away from the area where this wildfire is burning, since their presence could put the safety of firefighting crews and others at risk. Public access to a wildfire site is not allowed during fire suppression operations, under the provisions of the Wildfire Act and WorkSafeBC regulations.
For up-to-date information on current wildfire activity, burning restrictions, road closures and air quality advisories, call 1 888 3-FOREST (1 888 336-7378) or visit: www.bcwildfire.ca.