More than 7,000 lightning strikes spark new wildfires across B.C.

Lightning storms spark more than 65 new wildfires across B.C.

The BC Wildfire Service says 67 new wildfires were sparked across British Columbia in the past 24 hours as a result of a widespread subtropical weather system that brought hot temperatures and significant lightning activity.

More than 7,000 lightning strikes spark new blazes across B.C.

Rainy weather across much of the province means many of the new fires are already being held or under control

B.C. storm causes new wildfires, airport delays after more than 7K lightning strikes

After a fierce storm caused havoc in B.C. overnight Saturday, officials warn the hot, dry and windy conditions in the forecast could increase the potential for wildfire activity.

More than 7,000 lightning strikes spark new wildfires across B.C.

The BC wildfire service says new wildfires ignited across the province yesterday after more than 7,000 lightning strikes.