On Wednesday evening (September 3) just after 10:30 the Williams Lake Fire Department was dispatched to a small brush fire near the Stampede Grounds entry.
Deputy Fire Chief Corey Boyd said their first responding duty officer was able to get a quick knockdown with his water tank off the duty truck and ensure the nearest building would not be affected by the fire.
“An engine and tender responded to help finish extinguishing the 20 by 20 fire and dig up hot spots,” Boyd said, “This incident was attended the following morning to investigate a possible cause.”
Findings suggest it was likely human caused though not malicious or intentional.
“It is a reminder of the importance of exercising caution and responsibility when using open flames, especially given the current wildfire conditions,” Boyd said.
A Duty Officer pickup, Engine and Tender along with 7 firefighters where on scene.
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