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Publication Date: August 1, 2026 - 13:27
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Cold front could escalate B.C. wildfires ahead of August long weekend
August 1, 2026
Strong winds and dry thunderstorms are expected to worsen wildfire conditions across southern B.C this long weekend, as more than 1,800 properties remain under evacuation orders.
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There are now approximately 130 wildfires burning in British Columbia, with BC Wildfire Service reporting almost half of those are considered out-of-control.
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University of Calgary student Kiyan Sunderji took home the men's title while Quebec City's Ariane Lalancette was the fastest woman at Sunday's Ironman Triathlon, held as the nation's capital was under a heavy rainfall warning.
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