Reports of a fire near Rattlesnake Island

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July 17, 2018

NowMedia staff

Reports of a fire near Rattlesnake Island

(UPDATE: July 17th @ 10 p.m.) A lightning storm on Tuesday evening sparked more than a few wildfires over the Okanagan-Similkameen region.

The small grass fire that sparked near Rattlesnake Island is still active according to BC Wildfire Services.

Photo Credit: NowMedia.

BC Wildfire Services is addressing the fire with a helicopter and a small spot plane spotted circling the area.

BC Wildfire Services has reported more than 30 wildfires that started today and the number is expected to escalate as the evening unfolds.

If you spot a wildfire in your area, send your pictures and videos to news@KelownaNow.com.

Photo credit: Tera Pemberton

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