An evacuation alert caused by wildfire has been lifted near the community of Sorrento in B.C.’s Columbia-Shuswap Regional District.
The alert was originally instated on July 23, 2024, as a wildfire burned near Newsome Creek. As of Sunday, the wildfire was reportedly one hectare in size and was listed as held.
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The evacuation alert was lifted Sunday morning.
It is believed the fire was caused by lightning.
A press release states that smoke may still be visible in the area, and could increase due to high temperatures and wind conditions.
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