http://bcfireinfo.for.gov.bc.ca/hprScripts/WildfireNews/OneFire.asp Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations: BC Wildfire Service Copyright 2016, Province of British Columbia en-ca Tue, 30 Aug 2022 15:20:00 PST http://bcfireinfo.for.gov.bc.ca/hprScripts/WildfireNews/OneFire.asp?ID=878 This will be the final update provided on this webpage for the Keremeos Creek wildfire. For further information please contact the listed fire information officer below.

As of 0930, August 26, 2022, the Keremeos Creek wildfire is classified as Being Held, meaning the wildfire is not likely to spread beyond predetermined boundaries under prevailing conditions.

There are still burning stumps and single trees within the fire's perimeter. Fire burning at a safe distance within the existing perimeter will be allowed to burn and self-extinguish. Hotspots or single trees being consumed do not threaten further spread at a sufficient distance from control lines. Smoke will continue to be visible from Highway 3A and surrounding communities until significant rainfall, which is common with large wildfires. Smoke appearing from well within the fire perimeter is expected.

In more active areas of the fire, crews have used a combination of direct attack, wet-lining and patrol to extinguish or remove available fuels 30-60 metres from the edge of the fire inward. Over the next five days, operations on the Keremeos Creek wildfire will be downsized as activity continues to decrease. By next week, the camp located in Oliver will be demobilized and resource numbers on this fire will be reduced.

Wildfires in the south Okanagan continue to burn at a low intensity through the fall until winter. As a result, smoke may be visible within the perimeter for several weeks. When possible, allowing natural wildfire extinguishment is healthy for the ecosystem and reduces wildfire risk in the future. However, smoke from outside the fire's perimeter should be reported to 1 800 663-5555 toll-free, *5555 on a cellphone or through the BC Wildfire Service app.

Transportation and Infrastructure:

• The Keremeos Creek Forest Service Road is closed to ensure the safety of both the public and responders. When travelling in a wildfire area, please slow down, always remain aware of your surroundings and respect all signage posted along the route.
• The Green Moutain Road is closed by MOTI as they conduct a danger tree assessment before reopening.
• For up-to-date road conditions please check Drive BC.
• The Keremeos Creek wildfire is an active worksite. Before entering any area affected by a wildfire, members of the public should be aware that significant safety hazards may be present.

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