Update: 9:45 a.m., Aug. 28.
There are now three small fires showing west of Pemberton on the BC Wildfire Service map.
In addition to the four-hectare blaze burning out of control near Rutherford Creek, two small blazes, both 0.009 hectares in size, are burning northwest of Whistler near the Squamish River.
Both are listed as out of control, and under investigation.
Check back for updates...
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A small wildfire is burning west of Pemberton, according to the BC Wildfire Service.
The fire is just north of the Rutherford Emergency Cabin on Rutherford Creek, burning out of control and about four hectares in size as of Aug. 28.
It is suspected to be caused by a lightning strike, the BC Wildfire Service said on its website.
Pemberton's fire danger rating is currently moderate. As of July 17, the Village has a full ban on fires of any kind, regardless of the fire danger rating.
On July 17, a Category 1 open fire prohibition came into force throughout the Coastal Fire Centre, banning campfires and backyard burns in the areas outside municipalities. On May 30, Category 2 and 3 open fire bans were issued, prohibiting burning piles of flammable debris, stubble or grass, and one or more windrows—a long line of raked hay or sheaves of grain.
The orders will remain in place until Oct. 31, or until it is rescinded by officials.
A second small fire is burning south of Whistler near Cheakamus Lake, though that fire is classified as being held at 0.009 hectares.
Check back for updates as this story develops...
