Impact Level: Notification

Locations Affected: Sicamous, British Columbia, Canada

Tracking Id: RINTP1268237429

Description:

As per reports, a spot-sized wildfire, known as the Owl Creek FSR fire occurred approximately five kilometres east of Sicamous, British Columbia on Monday (04 August) afternoon.

• The BC Wildfire Service responded promptly with initial attack crews and support personnel, and as of the latest update, the fire is classified as being held, indicating that it is not expected to spread beyond existing boundaries under current conditions.
• The fire is suspected to have been caused by lightning.

Impact:

• Fire response operations may result in temporary closures or restricted access along the Owl Creek Forest Service Road (FSR) and surrounding forestry routes, affecting logging, recreational traffic, and outdoor work crews operating in the area.
• While the fire is small, localized smoke generation may temporarily affect air quality in and around Sicamous, posing risks for vulnerable populations and outdoor laborers.
• The presence of wildfire crews and equipment in the area could lead to increased traffic by emergency vehicles, temporary staging zones, and limited parking/access near trailheads or rural properties.

Recommendations:

It is advised to maintain caution and monitor the official website of the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) at https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/wildfire-status for further updates.

Sources:
• https://www.eaglevalleynews.com/local-news/spot-sized-wildfire-sparks-in-shuswap-between-sicamous-and-seymour-arm-8173377
• https://www.vernonmorningstar.com/local-news/wildfire-service-responding-to-spot-sized-blaze-near-sicamous-8174653