Wildfire south of Kamloops blows up to 2,600 hectares
The Ross Moore Lake wildfire was observed at 1,800 hectares last night and spread through the morning.
Evacuation orders were expanded around 7:30 p.m. July 23 because of aggressive fire behaviour. A total of 344 properties have been ordered out. Another 157 are on evacuation alert. Ground crews are working alongside a heavy equipment task force to construct machine guards. Air tankers and helicopters are providing air support.
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