In this video, BC Wildfire Service Incident Commander, Scott Rennick, explains the current situation on the Battleship Mountain wildfire (G72150). Intense and aggressive fire behaviour has been observed over the past two days, significantly challenging suppression efforts. An Ignition Specialist conducted afternoon ignition operations yesterday and today to try and secure the south flank, however the aggressive fire activity challenged our control lines around Carbon Lake and along the Johnson F

28K views · 328 reactions | Global News shot this footage of the fast-moving and aggressive Nk’Mip Creek wildfire that sprung to life near Osoyoos, B.C., on Monday evening, threatening homes, a campground and a popular resort. For the latest updates: https://globalnews.ca/news/8043702/inkaneep-creek-wildfire-update/ | Global BC | Facebook

Evacuations were underway in central and southeastern British Columbia Thursday, following a significant escalation of overnight fire activity. Multiple videos posted to social media on July 1 showed large fires burning in the distance in Kamloops, and plumes of smoke wafting above Castlegar. globalnews.ca/tag/bc-wildfires/ | Global BC