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B.C. Wildfire Service Making ``Great Progress'' Near Lytton

Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at 7:42 AM

By Jay Herrington

The British Columbia Wildfire Service says crews have made ``great progress'' while battling that big blaze near Lytton.

The British Columbia Wildfire Service says crews have made ``great progress'' while battling that big blaze near Lytton.

Specifically, they had been working on a sprinkler system along a walking path in a provincial park. The service says protecting the Stein Valley Nlaka'pamux Heritage Park is a priority.

Crews are working with reps from Lytton First Nation to identify areas of cultural value.

The fire has destroyed at least six properties and forced more than 100 people from their homes.

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