British Columbia Wildfire Service

2026 BC wildfires – Pear Lake >165k ha, relief efforts in CL

28 clusters · 145 sources · last updated about 23 hours ago

Latest: Clinton community holds resilience event after Pear Lake wildfire

The Pear Lake wildfire and the broader Big Bar complex continue to cause significant destruction in British Columbia. By August 24, the Pear Lake fire was estimated to cover 164,745 hectares. While the fire experienced r

North American drought and wildfire impacts

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: North American drought triggers hydropower risks and wildfire emergencies

North America is facing interconnected challenges driven by drought and wildfire risks, impacting energy stability and utility finances. In the United States, utilities in the Pacific Northwest are experiencing rising c

Bald Range wildfire and Summerland recovery update

34 clusters · 498 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: British Columbia wildfire restrictions and evacuation orders ease

The Bald Range wildfire, which began on August 7, has burned approximately 25,163 hectares and destroyed about 150 structures. While the fire is currently classified as ‘Being Held’, it remains out of control in some cap

Wildfire Crisis and Mitigation Efforts in British Columbia

28 clusters · 190 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: British Columbia lifts off-road vehicle bans in select fire centres

The wildfire crisis in British Columbia continues to impact air quality and community safety. Environment Canada has issued yellow-coded air quality warnings across several regions due to lingering smoke. Affected areas

Washington & Okanagan wildfires (Aug 2026)

6 clusters · 325 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Spokane wildfires cause over $1 billion in damage and trigger medical warnings

The Spokane Complex Fire, comprising the Old Trails, Autumn Lane, and Fairview ignitions, has seen significant shifts in containment and damage assessments. While early reports indicated the Old Trails Fire ignited on Au

Wildfire evacuations in Canada and the United States

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Wildfire evacuation orders and alerts rescinded in Canada and US

In early August 2026, the Fraser Valley Regional District downgraded evacuation orders to alerts for several areas near Boston Bar, including North Bend and Nahatlatch, due to the Brunswick Complex wildfires. While some

Johnson Creek wildfire and BC wildfire updates

2 clusters · 68 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: British Columbia wildfires: Quilpituk Creek fire under control

The Johnson Creek wildfire, ignited by lightning on July 19, continues to necessitate evacuation orders for properties near the rural community of Beaton in British Columbia. As of August 17, the fire has burned approxim