A wildfire is currently active, with the Saw Creek fire threatening the community of Lytton and nearby critical infrastructure, including the Trans Canada Highway.
11 reports, 9 independent
Updated Jun 24
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What happened
A wildfire is currently active, with the Saw Creek fire threatening the community of Lytton and nearby critical infrastructure, including the Trans Canada Highway.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Residents shared their experiences following the disaster in Lytton.Sub-event
- Wildfire threatens residential and commercial properties in Lytton.Sub-event
Evacuation orders issued for properties in Lytton.1 source
Fire activity has forced closures of major transport links near Lytton.1 source
- The Thompson-Nicola Regional District declared a state of emergency in Lytton as a wildfire forced the closure of Highway 1.Sub-event
- Evacuation orders have been issued for residents of Lytton due to the ongoing crisis.Sub-event
- A wildfire caused a power outage in Lytton, affecting customers near the Fraser River and stretching towards Lillooet.Sub-event
Fire has forced the closure of Highway 1 near Lytton.1 source
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Saw Creek wildfire threatens Lytton community and Trans Canada Highway infrastructure.1 source
Local fire departments are assisting in the management of the wildfire near Lytton.1 source
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The entities involved
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Lytton
suburb of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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