With the B.C. Day long weekend here, officials are warning residents that the lingering heat wave could kick-start the wildfire season.
With the hot and dry weather and possible lightning in the forecast, the province is warning to people to stay alert.
Strong says the recent province-wide hot spell has melted snow at higher elevations and dried out the grasses, shrubs and trees. These conditions, Strong says, are ideal for wildfires to start quick and spread fast. With hot and dry conditions expected over the weekend and into next week, crews say they’re ready for what’s expected to be a busy week.
The fire danger rating is either high or extreme in most parts of the province. Currently there is no campfire ban at B.C. campsites, though officials say that could change in the weeks ahead.
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