Tumbler Ridge wildfire update

TUMBLER RIDGE, B.C. – The District of Tumbler Ridge updated the wildfire situation in the district boundary and surrounding areas.

As of Sunday, July 18th, the Tentfire Creek fire is approximately 2,386 hectares, still about 18 kilometres from Tumbler Ridge.

Despite the increase in area, there has been little growth in the last 48 hours, says a release.

Rainfall in the area approaching 12 millimetres has been helpful, and more is forecasted for the next few days. Crews and heavy equipment remain on scene to battle sections of the fire that are accessible.

The Hook Creek fire is being monitored by both the BC Wildfire and Parks Services. The district is aware that the fire is visible from Kinuseo Falls.

While BC Wildfire Service says there’s no plan to prohibit access by boat, individuals travelling into the area are urged to use caution. Road access to Monkman Provincial Park is still closed at the boundary.

The District’s Emergency Operations Centre remains active to coordinate the gathering and releasing of information. The most up-to-date information can be found on the District of Tumbler Ridge website.

According to the BC Wildfire dashboard, there are 61 active fires in the Prince George Fire Centre.