Issued at 6:21 p.m.
Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS), BC Wildfire Service and RCMP are actively responding to the Adventure Bay Road wildfire.
The wildfire is currently estimated at 1.42 hectares and is classified as out of control.
At the peak of the incident, more than 30 personnel were on scene, including BC Wildfire crews, VFRS, and RCMP. As of this update, approximately 20 personnel remain actively engaged in suppression efforts.
Aviation resources continue to support ground operations, with three helicopters and airtankers actively working the fire. One Initial Attack crew and one BC Wildfire Service officer are currently assigned to this incident.
As a precaution, crews tactically evacuated a small number of homes located below Tronson Road, near the Sommerset area. Tronson Road was temporarily closed to allow for emergency operations but has since been reopened to the public. Residents are reminded to stay alert and follow directions from emergency personnel.
Further updates will be provided as the situation evolves. We thank the public for their cooperation and urge everyone to avoid the area to allow responders to safely do their work.
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