bc wildfires

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B.C. is experiencing a surge in wildfires, with weather conditions like a cold front expected to worsen the situation around the August long weekend.

British Columbia is currently facing a significant increase in wildfires, with nearly 30 new fires reported in the past 24 hours alone. Evacuation orders have expanded around areas such as Clinton due to the spread of over 100 ongoing wildfires. Weather conditions, including an incoming cold front, are anticipated to escalate fire activity and accelerate growth, especially as the August long weekend approaches.