A wildfire burning east of Highway 99 near the Skyridge development in Squamish has now grown to five hectares and is suspected to be human-caused, according to the BC Wildfire Service. Human-caused wildfires can start through accidents or intentional actions, BC Wildfire says.
The fire, listed as V30558, is currently classified as “Out of Control.” Crews on site include a response officer, a four-person initial attack crew, and a 20-person unit crew. Two helicopters and an air tanker group are also being deployed, according to Gordon Robinson, an information officer with Coastal Fire Centre.
Squamish Fire Rescue are responding to the fire and has asked drivers not to stop along the highway to view the blaze, citing safety risks and potential traffic hazards. The wildfire is under investigation.
