Highway 95 south of Golden closed due to growing wildfire; structures destroyed in Parson, rural Golden, with evacuation orders in effect.
Highway 95 south of Golden is closed due to a growing wildfire that has destroyed structures in Parson, rural Golden. The BC Wildfire Service reports that gusty winds have driven aggressive fire behaviour, challenging containment lines. Evacuation orders have been issued for several roads in the area, with Highway 95 closed in both directions between Golden and Edgewater. An evacuation centre is set up at the Golden Senior Centre for affected residents.
July 25, 2024
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