A series of prescribed burns approximately 40 hectares in size are planned for along Highway 20.
They will be conducted by BC Wildfire Service in partnership with the Tsilhqot’in Nation communities, Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, BC Parks, Cariboo Chilcotin Regional District, and BC Hydro.
Burning may begin as early as Wednesday March 20 continuing periodically until May 31 depending on weather, site and venting.
BC Wildfire Service said the goal of this prescribed burn is to reduce wildfire hazard to protect infrastructure and prevent uncontrolled fires along the Highway 20 corridor.
Crews will be targeting high risk areas between Lee’s Corner lookout and Chilanko Forks, and while burning is underway, traffic control will be on-site to ensure the safety of the public and firefighters.
BC Wildfire Service said smoke and flames may be visible from Tsi Del Del, Yunesit’in, T’letinqox, Alexis Creek, Highway 20, and surrounding areas.
Firefighters will closely monitor this fire at all times.