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UPDATE: Fire sparks off Highway 97 south of Summerland

Fire crews responded to a blaze near Highway 97 at Trout Creek south of Summerland on May 22 shortly after 1:40 p.m.
Neighbourhood reports suggest the fire may have been arson involving a known individual linked to a separate RCMP investigation.
The fire near Dunn Street generated visible flames and dark smoke, prompting police to close off part of the nearby highway while authorities responded with multiple RCMP units and fire trucks.
Authorities confirmed the blaze was under control by around 2 p.m. As officers, including a canine unit, completed area searches and then cleared the scene.
This incident resulted in a controlled fire scene and ongoing police investigation related to the suspected arson and associated individual.

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