B.C. is on the cusp of a heat wave, officials say, with several new and aggressive wildfires reported over the past few days.

The south coast, which has largely escaped the negative effects of the wildfire season, is expected to be hit with smoke on Tuesday and Wednesday.

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Skrepnek said potentially gusty winds are expected for the southern part of the province in the coming days. The southeastern portion can expect some dry lightning to ago along with it.

The province is fighting 149 wildfires as of July 31, he added. With 426,000 hectares burned since the start of the fire season, 2017 has shaped up as since records began. Only 1958 and 1961 have exceeded it.

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Police are investigating Sunday91裸聊视频檚 Knox Mountain fire, believed to be . RCMP Sgt. Annie Linteau said reports have come of potential suspects and witnesses, but that the investigation is still in its early stages.

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One of B.C.91裸聊视频檚 most aggressive blazes continues to challenge firefighters, Skrepnek said. The Elephant Hill wildfire sits at 78,540 hectares burned, with more than 360 firefighters assigned to the half-contained blaze.

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The wildfire that started on Sunday south of Canal Flats (between Invermere and Cranbook on Hwy. 95) isn91裸聊视频檛 threatening any homes yet, Skrepnek added, but a cell tower is at risk.

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