Some evacuees allowed to go home as crews continue fighting fire near Lytton, B.C.
Cooler nights and lighter winds slowed the 704-hectare fire, and officials downgraded some evacuation orders as crews protected structures.
- On Tuesday, June 23, 2026, the Saw Creek wildfire near Lytton remains burning out of control across 704 hectares, with evacuation orders still active for properties in the village and Electoral Area L.
- Drawing on experience from the 2021 wildfire that destroyed 90 per cent of Lytton, residents utilized improved communication systems and kept 'go bags' ready after the fire broke out Friday.
- Currently, 150 firefighting personnel and 53 structure protection staff from BCWS are prioritizing perimeter security and structure defense while temperatures in the 30s could increase fire activity throughout the day.
- Mayor Denise O'Connor confirmed most residents evacuated safely, with Highway 1 remaining closed between Ashcroft and Boston Bar; some evacuation orders were downgraded to alerts allowing residents to return.
- Environment Canada forecasts high temperatures through Friday, potentially complicating containment efforts, while TNRD area director Tricia Thorpe emphasized the community's resilience despite recurring wildfire threats.
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According to the B.C. Forest Fire Service, the Saw Creek fire, which had forced evacuations into and around the municipality of Lytton, is now under control.
The Toronto Star
Wildfire near Lytton, B.C., which triggered evacuations is declared held
The Saw Creek blaze that triggered evacuations in and around the community of Lytton, B.C., is now being held, the provincial wildfire service reported on Tuesday.
Penticton Western News
Lytton fire activity expected to increase as temperatures reach 36C
The Saw Creek wildfire in Lytton remains at 704 hectares on Tuesday morning (June 23) after sparking on June 19. According to BC Wildfire Service (BCWS), activity on the blaze decreased overnight due to cooler temperatures and light winds. Crews and structure protection personnel prioritized the protection and defence of structures in the fire area. However, the blaze remains burning at Rank 1 – 2. The different Ranks can be found on the provinc…
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