Recent Fire Activity

Sooke and many other coastal communities experienced thunderstorms and lightning late last week. This has led to an increase in fire activity with 16 active wildfire incidents in the Coastal Fire Centre.

Detecting wildfires early is critical for our fire crews to be successful. A fire can remain dormant and undetected for a considerable time after it starts (particularly lightning caused fires) known as holdover fires.

Although there are a variety of detection methods used, 40% of wildfires in B.C. are reported by the public. If you see a wildfire, report it immediately as it could be a holdover fire. Call 1-800-663-5555 or *5555 on a cellphone.

Read more about last week’s lightning storms here: https://www.saanichnews.com/news/lightning-sparks-wildfires-on-b-c-coast-electrical-storms-heading-inland/