Rossmoore Lake wildfire no longer considered fire of note, remains held

The Rossmoore Lake wildfire south of Kamloops remains held and is no longer considered a wildfire of note.

In an update provided late Wednesday night, the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) says the fire was last estimated at just over 11,300 hectares.

The fire service agency thanked the hard work of firefighters, pilots, heavy equipment operations, structural protection specialists, technical specialists and support staff.

Thanks to the hard work of firefighters, pilots, heavy equipment operators, structural protection specialists, technical specialists and support staff, the Rossmore Lake wildfire (K22024) south of #Kamloops is no longer considered a fire of note. pic.twitter.com/dTYYfO1AT6

— BC Wildfire Service (@BCGovFireInfo) September 21, 2023

“The fire has received precipitation over the last few days, and fire activity has significantly reduced,” says the BCWS.

“Crews continue extinguishing hot spots in the fire’s southwestern corner and on the northeast flank. They will also remove any remaining firefighting equipment from the area.”

Although the fire is considered as held and is no longer a potential threat to public safety, some visible smoke can be expected within the fire’s perimeter for the next few weeks, or until significant rain or snow falls.

The BCWS says this is common with large wildfires and smoke coming from within the fire’s perimeter, surrounded by burned material, is typically not a concern.

An area restriction order will remain in place until noon on Tuesday, Oct. 3.