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What You Need to Know About Fraser Canyon Evacuations and Highway 1 Closures
Evacuation alerts and orders remain active alongside a Highway 1 closure in the Fraser Canyon area as BCWS assigns response resources to the Brunswick Complex.
Evacuation alerts and orders remain active for affected zones in the Fraser Canyon, according to EmergencyInfo B.C., while Highway 1 remains closed as a travel route in the area.
Fire Complex Status
The Brunswick Complex in the Fraser Canyon comprises the Brunswick Creek wildfire and the Ainslie Creek fire, with figures of 7,817 and 40,599. On Monday, fire behaviour at the Brunswick Complex mostly showed minimal activity, reported at levels 1, 2, and 3.
Response Operations and Resources
Crews and heavy equipment are working on the southern flank near Boston Bar, Canyon Alpine, and Spuzzum to extinguish hot spots, patrol, and construct contingency guard. The BC Wildfire Service has assigned response resources to the Brunswick Complex, including 109, 18, 55, and 62.
Upcoming Weather Conditions
According to the BC Wildfire Service, weather conditions in the Fraser Canyon are expected to transition to warmer and drier conditions this week.