Chehalis/Harrison – BC Wildfire Service updated the Chehalis Wildfire as now burnt through 800 hectares and listed as out of control.. The fire was human caused and started June 1.
There are no evacuaiton orders as of Sunday June 11.
From BC Wildfire:
Stage of Control
Wildfire Of Note
This wildfire is highly visible or poses a potential threat to public safety.
Out of Control
A wildfire that is continuing to spread and is not responding to suppression efforts.
Suspected Cause
Human
Humans start wildfires in several ways, either by accident or intentionally.