4 homes destroyed in Fort Nelson wildfire, no green light yet for residents to return

Officials have confirmed four homes have been lost due to the Parker Lake wildfire, which is burning close to Fort Nelson . No timeline has been given for re-entry into the community.The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality has confirmed four homes in the Fort Nelson area have been destroyed by the Parker Lake wildfire, and that 10 other properties have been impacted by the blaze.

The emergency operations centre is providing access to utility providers, medical services and grocery providers. It says fire crews have placed “structural protection measures” on 200 homes in Fort Nelson, and crews are being aided by helicopters and heavy equipment.The municipality said the Patry Creek wildfire to the north of the town doesn’t pose an immediate threat, at this time. A guard has been put in place in between that fire and Fort Nelson.

Source: Real Estate Daily Report (realestatedailyreport.net)

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