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A new wildfire has broken out in the North Okanagan, eight kilometers southeast of Vernon, British Columbia.

A new wildfire is burning in the Okanagan.

According to the BC Wildfire Service, theCosens Creek wildfire was located within Lake Calamarca, BC 8 kilometers southeast of VernonBC. It is said to be in a park.

A map showing the location of the Cosense Creek wildfire burning south of Vernon. BC Wildfire Service

The fire was an estimated 1 hectare in size and was burning with Rank 2 and Rank 3 wood and grass. increase. behavior of fire. That is, there is an organized flame front, moderate spread, and occasional treetop candles.

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BC Wildfire Services is working to protect Cosens Creek Wildfire, eight kilometers southeast of Vernon. (K41571) is supported. Lake Calamarca State Park.

— BC Wildfire Service (@BCGovFireInfo) Aug 19, 2022

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According to the Wildfire Service, Vernon and surrounding areas, including Highway 97, You can clearly see the fire.

Ground personnel are said to be in flight and will be supported by helicopters.

Still not accessing night vision technology to fight B.C. The service said there were 491 lightning strikes on Thursday.

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Below are the number of lightning strikes per fire zone:

  • Caribou Fire Center: 185
  • Coastal Fire Center: 131
  • Kamloops Fire Center: 50
  • Northwest Fire Center: 125
  • Prince George Fire Center: 0
  • Southeastern Fire Center: 0

Global News will update this article as more information becomes available.

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