Wildfire north of TerraceBC likely human-caused: B.C. wildfire service
A new presumably human-caused wildfire started about half way between Terrace and Kitwanga along Highway 16, in the afternoon on Thursday , according to the B.C. Wildfire Service.
The highway remained open as of that time on Thursday. The fire is not listed as being of note, which means it is not highly visible and does not presently pose a threat to public safety. Category 2 and 3 open burns are now prohibited throughout B.C., including in the Northwest Fire Centre area where the prohibition will remain in effect until Oct. 15 or until the order is rescinded.
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