The Port Alberni fire department says it is responding to two wildfires Tuesday evening, which have both been knocked down.
The first is west of the West Coast General Hospital.
The second is at the end of Cherry Creek Road.
Both wildfires were declared out around 6:45 p.m., according to the department.
Both wildfires in Port Alberni are now out. All crews are returning to station. #portalberni #BCWildfire
— Port Alberni Fire (@portalbernifire) July 19, 2023
Update: Both fires are now knocked down and crews are dealing with hotspots at both locations.
(Fire near West Coast General pictured from earlier)#BCWildfire #portalberni pic.twitter.com/Js4SKbapP9
— Port Alberni Fire (@portalbernifire) July 19, 2023
PAFD on the scene of two wildfires. One just west of West Coast General Hospital. Knocked down.
Second being actioned at the end of Cherry Creek Rd (pictured) #BCWildfire #portalberni pic.twitter.com/3OQAJSFFUB
— Port Alberni Fire (@portalbernifire) July 19, 2023
This is a developing story. More details will be added as they become available.
Laura Brougham
