This Cultural burn will take place as early as today (April 23) continuing periodically until May 2nd covering up to 100 hectares stretching from the cemetery, north to Highway 97 and west to Eagleview Drive.
Smoke and flames will be visible from Williams Lake First Nation, the City of Williams Lake and to motorists travelling Highway 97.
While burning is underway, traffic control will be on-site to ensure the safety of the public and firefighters.
The perimeter of the burn will be extinguished at the end of each day and firefighters will remain on-site to monitor conditions into the evening.
Smoke from within the perimeter may remain visible up to 48 hours after ignition.
This cultural burn is being conducted by Williams Lake First Nation with BC Wildfire Service.
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