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2 wildfires spark on opposite sides of Burns Lake

Wildfire crews are battling two new blazes sparked on Thursday afternoon near Burns Lake

Wildfire crews are battling two new blazes sparked on Thursday afternoon (Aug. 8) near Burns Lake.

The first, which was reported at 4 p.m. and visible from Highway 16, is burning 21 kilometres east of the town. It is estimated to be less than one hectare in size.

At 6 p.m., a second fire was spotted 19 kilometres northwest of Burns Lake. 

Air tankers and helicopters with buckets are tackling both blazes, BC Wildfire Service said that night.

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