Evacuation alert issued for out-of-control wildfire near Lytton

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Firefighters are battling an out-of-control wildfire south of Lytton as several properties were put on evacuation alert.

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As of Friday evening, the B.C. Wildfire Service had mapped the Saw Creek blaze at 100 hectares.

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The service says the wildfire, which broke out Friday and is suspected to be human caused, is burning at rank 4 and 5, meaning a highly to extremely vigorous surface fire.

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Fire officials say hot and dry conditions are exacerbating the situation.

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Highway 1 is closed between Cottonwood Road and Airport Road for 116 kilometres, according to Drive B.C. Drivers are advised to use Highway 5 and Highway 97 C as alternative routes.

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An evacuation alert has been issued for residents in the Village of Lytton.

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“There is no need evacuate at this time, but be prepared to do so on short notice if an evacuation order is issued,” a notice says on the village website.

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The Lytton First Nation has also issued an evacuation alert.

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If an evacuation order is issued, evacuees can report to the Lytton First Nation Battlefield Community Hall for shelter.

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