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Dusty Lake wildfire in Cariboo grows to 2,500 hectares prompts evacuation alert
The Dusty Lake wildfire, likely caused by lightning, has prompted evacuation alerts for 380 parcels and 179 structures as it expands to 2,500 hectares with 28 firefighters deployed.
- The Dusty Lake wildfire near Nimpo Lake, discovered on September 1, has grown to 2,500 hectares prompting an evacuation alert issued on September 2.
- Lightning likely caused the fire, and the alert covers 380 parcels and 179 structures within a 73,686-hectare area connected to the Beef Trail Creek fire alert.
- Authorities have 28 firefighters on scene and an incident management team is establishing safeguards while flames remain visible to local communities.
- Officials indicated that residents will be informed well in advance when possible, though rapidly changing situations might reduce the amount of warning given.
- The alert urges residents to prepare for evacuation with grab-and-go bags and readiness to leave if the situation escalates, while Highway 20 stays open.
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