The northeastern corner of the Prince George Fire Centre region saw some fire action this week, with crews responding to 13 lightning-caused blazes that started Thursday.
All the fire were started in the Fort Nelson zone, the largest reaching 20 hectares. It required the help of air tankers to control.
"The people of British Columbia are our biggest allies in responding to forest fires. A speedy call to the report-a-wildfire line helps firefighters respond to forest fires faster, which means greater success and improved safety for everyone," said B.C. forests minister Steve Thomson.
To report a wildfire or unattended campfire, call *5555 on your cellphone or toll-free to 1-800-663-5555.
Since April 1, fire crews have responded to 55 wildfires in the Prince George Fire Centre, an area that encompasses the northeast quarter of the province.
The Prince George zone remains quiet.
There have only been four fires to date in the Prince George area, compared to 34 last year, according to data from the Prince George Fire Centre.
While there have been relatively few fires in B.C., the province has sent out crews to Alberta, and more recently Ontario.
This week, the province's wildfire officials announced an additional 134 wildfire management personnel are heading to Ontario to assist with firefighting efforts.
It brings the total deployment of B.C. firefighters in Ontario up to 361 people since.
Crews will be in Ontario for up to 19 days, but can be recalled at any time if B.C.'s wildfire situation changes. Sufficient personnel have been retained to manage current firefighting needs, said the province.
