Wildfire near Doig River First Nation is now listed as ‘out,’ says the BC Wildfire Service

By Ed Hitching  Local Journalism Initiative Reporter 04/06/2024  FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. — A wildfire reported by BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) in May near Doig River First Nation (DRFN) is now listed as ‘out.’ When first discovered on May 12th, the flames spread quickly, growing to 650 hectares and prompting evacuation orders from the Peace River Regional District (PRRD) and DRFN council. The BCWS says the suspected cause of the fire was human activity. Evacuees headed to Fort St. John, Dawson Creek and other communities, with the orders being rescinded on May 20th. On an appearance on This Week in the Peace on May 24th, DRFN Chief Trevor Makadahay told Tre Lopushinsky that preparedness assisted DRFN in getting residents out of the community. Makadahay added in the interview that DRFN…

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