17-06-2026 19:35 via abbynews.com

‘No significant growth’: Kullagh Creek wildfire being held, still noted as 149 hectares

The Kullagh Creek wildfire that spread to 149 hectares on Tuesday saw minimal growth overnight and is being held.
The fire above Stump Lake on Highway 5A between Kamloops and Merritt was first discovered on June 16, and was initially noted as 30 hectares. By late afternoon, it grew to 149 hectares, and remains that size as of 9:58 a.m. on Wednesday morning, when the B.C. Wildfire Service (BCWS) made their latest update. The fire is now noted as being held.
Shae Stearns, fire information officer
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