US EditionArrest made at scene of Aug. 25 Okanagan wildfire: RCMP
A man was arrested at the scene of a human-caused wildfire that burned over one hectare near Sendero Canyon, with investigations ongoing and no injuries reported.
- On Aug. 25, Penticton RCMP arrested one man at the wildfire near Sendero Canyon subdevelopment, and the RCMP says he is believed to be associated with the fire.
- BC Wildfire Service says the fire is believed to be human caused and started around 9 a.m. in a green belt near Ridgedale Avenue, east of the city's water treatment plant.
- Fire crews contained the blaze after it grew over a hectare, working from Sendero Canyon and below the subdivision while helicopters deployed to drop water on steep hillsides.
- Smoke was visible across the valley as the Penticton Fire Department and BCWS responded, and the RCMP reported no injuries or significant property damage, thanking City of Penticton by-law Officers.
- Investigators treat the blaze as suspicious and the investigation remains open, with the RCMP urging anyone with information to contact the RCMP non-emergency line 250-492-4300.
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