Shetland Creek wildfire in BC, which destroyed homes, is now "held" but hot spots remain within the perimeter.

The Shetland Creek wildfire in British Columbia, which destroyed multiple homes, is now considered "held," meaning it is not expected to spread further. However, firefighters will still need to extinguish hot spots within the perimeter. The fire is still listed as one of the four wildfires of note in the province, posing a threat to public safety and infrastructure. Wet weather has been helping firefighters tackle the wildfires in the south of the province, with cooler temperatures and rainy conditions pushing inland from the coast.

August 18, 2024
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