Wildfire near Firvale

Burning near Firvale, British Columbia, a natural wildfire has remained active over a protracted period of 52 days since its start on August 15, 2026. Managed by the BC Wildfire Service, the incident has expanded to encompass 710 hectares, which translates to approximately 1,754 acres. Throughout its prolonged duration, the fire has maintained an average daily growth of about 14 hectares per day.

Despite the lengthy progression and the significant footprint, firefighting efforts have yielded positive results, with the BC Wildfire Service currently classifying the wildfire as contained. The incident unfolds against the backdrop of British Columbia's typical fire season, which spans from May to September.

On a broader scale, the conditions surrounding this event occur during a year in which 2,616,221 hectares have burned across the country so far in 2026, marking a figure that sits 38% below the two-decade average.