Wildfires that went dormant over the winter have once again moved above ground, producing visible smoke and smouldering, the B.C. Wildfire Service says.

The service says these “holdover fires” are primarily in the Prince George Fire Centre, which covers the northeastern quadrant of the province, and are being aided by ongoing drought conditions in the region.

  • TSG_Asmodeus (he, him)@lemmy.worldOPEnglish
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    9 months ago

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    The B.C. Wildfire situation map as of Feb. 8, 2024. Areas in red outline indicate spots where wildfires may remain active. (B.C. Wildfire Service)

    Wow, that’s a lot more than I had thought. It’s almost all Fire above Fort St. John.