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Wildfire Forces Closure of Coquihalla Highway in Both Directions
The Mine Creek wildfire, sparked by lightning, has rapidly expanded to 483 hectares, prompting safety-driven closure of the Coquihalla Highway between Hope and Merritt.
- On Wednesday, September 3, 2025, the Mine Creek wildfire led to the shutdown of the Coquihalla Highway in both directions between Hope and Merritt.
- The wildfire, believed to have originated from a lightning strike about 44 kilometres northeast of Hope, expanded quickly due to strong winds and difficult terrain.
- Firefighters, including structure protection specialists and crews supported by multiple daily helicopter flights, are actively fighting the fire estimated at 483 hectares in size.
- Merritt Mayor Mike Goetz urged residents to prepare by getting a 72-hour grab-and-go bag, fueling vehicles, and readying documents while public and responder safety remains the BC Wildfire Service's top priority.
- Evacuation orders and alerts were issued nearby, alternate routes Highway 1 and Highway 3 were advised, and smoky conditions are expected to linger across the province for several days.
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Leaning Left15Leaning Right1Center3Last UpdatedBias Distribution79% Left
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