US EditionWildfire Near Cameron Lake Fire Causes Evacuation Orders
ALBERNI-CLAYOQUOT, BRITISH COLUMBIA, JUL 31 – The Wesley Ridge wildfire is the largest on Vancouver Island at 20 hectares and remains out of control, with multiple agencies coordinating response efforts, BC Wildfire Service said.
- The Wesley Ridge wildfire, located on the north shore of Cameron Lake on Vancouver Island, was first detected shortly after midnight on July 31st.
- The fire grew rapidly in difficult terrain and remains out of control, prompting BC Wildfire Service to recommend evacuation orders and alerts.
- The blaze has expanded to about 20 hectares and is the largest of five active wildfires on Vancouver Island; local fire departments are assisting BCWS.
- BCWS warned travelers on Highway 4 to remain cautious as crews and aircraft work nearby, and DriveBC confirmed the highway stays open with advised caution.
- Authorities state no immediate threat exists to personal property, but evacuation decisions consider crew access, public egress, and structural protection needs.
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Evacuation Order issued for the north side of Cameron Lake - EmergencyInfoBC
Wildfire - The Regional District of Nanaimo has issued an Evacuation Order for the north side of Cameron Lake, including Chalet Road near Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park. Residents in the impacted area must evacuate NOW.
Out of control wildfire reported near Cameron Lake | Ha-Shilth-Sa Newspaper
Out of control wildfire reported near Cameron Lake Holly Stocking Thu, 07/31/2025 - 10:58 Highway 4, BC There is an out of control wildfire burning at Cameron Lake along Highway 4, the main road connecting the West Coast and Port Alberni to the east side of the Vancouver Island. BC Wildfire Service discovered the Wesley Ridge wildfire on Thursday morning, July 31. They say the fire is 20 Hectares and located on the opposite side of Cameron Lake…
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