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Fire detected by satellite — Area A (Upper Bridge River Valley) (809 hotspots)

Ongoing alert in Canada — started August 22, 2026 at 11:29 PM. This page updates as the situation evolves.

Started: August 22, 2026 at 11:29 PMupdated 13 hours ago
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What's happening

A wildfire is currently active in Area A of the Upper Bridge River Valley, Canada. Satellite detection has confirmed 809 heat points across the affected area, with an affected radius of approximately 11 kilometres. The fire was detected on 22 August 2026 and is classified as extreme severity.

If you are on site in this region, you should be prepared to evacuate immediately if instructed by local authorities. Monitor air quality conditions, as smoke from a fire of this scale can affect visibility and respiratory health across a wide area. Keep your vehicle fuelled and have an evacuation route planned.

Follow all instructions from local emergency services and evacuation orders without delay. Stay informed through official local channels for updates on the fire's progression and any changes to evacuation zones. For health concerns related to smoke exposure, contact local health authorities for guidance.

This alert is based on data from FIRMS (official sources).

Written with the help of AI from Mira Safe's sourced data on August 24, 2026 · does not replace local guidance How this analysis is produced

How it evolved

  1. UpdateHigh

    August 27, 2026 at 6:57 AM

  2. UpdateHigh

    August 27, 2026 at 12:50 AM

  3. UpdateCritical

    August 23, 2026 at 4:57 AM

  4. Alert raisedCritical

    August 23, 2026 at 4:53 AM

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