Author: Isaac Green
Isaac Green
Isaac Green is a trusted news reporter based in Summerland with over 11 years of experience in local journalism. A graduate of Thompson Rivers University, he has contributed to the Penticton Herald and Okanagan News Today. Isaac is a member of the Canadian Association of Journalists and is passionate about covering community development, climate issues, and rural health care in British Columbia.
A small wildfire burning between Summerland and Peachland is now being held, according to an update from local fire crews. The Darke Creek wildfire, discovered on August 3, remains under one hectare in size and is not spreading. The blaze is believed to have been sparked by lightning during recent thunderstorms in the region. As of now, fire officials have deployed one initial attack crew and one helicopter to monitor and manage the fire. While the fire remains active, it is no longer growing. Crews are making steady progress to keep it from spreading. The BC Wildfire Service classifies the…
A small wildfire burning between Peachland and Summerland remains under control, according to the BC Wildfire Service. The fire, known as the Darke Creek wildfire, was first spotted on August 3. It has burned less than one hectare so far. Officials say the fire was likely started by lightning. One attack crew and a helicopter are working to keep it from spreading. It is now listed as “being held,” which means it is not expected to grow under current conditions. As of now, there are no evacuation orders or alerts linked to the Darke Creek wildfire. The situation is stable,…