News Items tag as: Nk'Mip Creek 2021

Nk'Mip Creek wildfire continues to be 'aggressive'
July 25, 2021 - 5:22 PM

The 6,800 hectare Nk'Mip Creek fire near Osoyoos continues to threaten structures nearly one week after it was sparked.
Terrain and fuels continue to challenge crews working the Nk'Mip Creek fire
July 24, 2021 - 2:00 PM

Terrain and fuel conditions have been challenging for crews attacking the Nk'Mip Creek fire but progress is being made nonetheless, BC Wildfire representatives said during a Saturday briefing.
Camper and house burn in Nk'Mip Creek wildfire near Osoyoos
July 23, 2021 - 2:39 PM

A house and a camper have been burned by the Nk'Mip Creek wildfire near Osoyoos.
Growth of out of control wildfire near Osoyoos could impact Highway 3
July 22, 2021 - 4:04 PM

A roughly 2,000 hectare wildfire burning to the near Osoyoos has grown, causing more evacuation orders and could potentially close Highway 3.
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Nk'Mip Creek wildfire continues to be 'aggressive'