Small fire sparks east of Kamloops

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July 14, 2018

Josh Duncan

Small fire sparks east of Kamloops

A third small fire has sparked near Kamloops, adding to the list of fires igniting around the city perimeter this week.

A small 0.01-hectare fire has sparked near Chase-Falkland Rd. Saturday afternoon.

B.C. Wildfire Service has sent three personnel to attend to the fire, says Marla Catherall, Fire Information Officer with Kamloops Fire Centre.

Photo Credit: BC Wildfire

The crew has poured 200-gallons of water on it to subdue the burn.

Currently, the fire is not threatening at homes and does not appear to be growing, stated Catherall.

NowMedia will provide more information as it becomes available.

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