Westerly winds push Parker Lake wildfire towards Fort Nelson, B.C., with authorities preparing a "last stand" defense.
Fort Nelson, B.C., faces a dire threat as westerly winds are expected to push the nearby Parker Lake wildfire towards the town. Mayor Rob Fraser, of the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality, has said that fire crews and emergency workers are preparing a "last stand" in case the wildfire reaches the town. The situation is being closely monitored as the winds are forecasted to pick up late Sunday.
May 13, 2024
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