Thunderstorms loom over southern British Columbia amidst a stretch of scorching and arid conditions, raising concerns about potential wildfire outbreaks.
The BC Wildfire Service highlights the persistence of high temperatures in the central and northern regions, exacerbated by existing wildfires in B.C. and nearby areas, contributing to a smoky atmosphere.
An evacuation alert has been issued by the Cariboo Regional District, impacting more than 5,500 hectares of land surrounding Quesnel due to an uncontained wildfire near Tsetzi Lake, putting a single structure in jeopardy.
Moreover, three minor fires have been spotted northwest of Whistler, though no evacuation notices have been issued for these incidents.
The province currently grapples with 83 active wildfires, with a staggering 17 new blazes reported in the last day alone.