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According to BC Wildfire, six helicopters and two attack crews are battling the blaze, along with heavy equipment.

Police say the driver and lone-occupant was thrown from the vehicle. The accident happened along Deer Park Forest Service Road.

“Our volunteer fire department has done remarkable work to contain (the fire) to only that building, and not spread to any other buildings," said Salmo mayor Diana Lockwood.

The fire happened along the 1500 block of 39A Avenue, with emergency crews called out just before 3 a.m.

The corn rootworm has found its way to farms in Salmon Arm, Enderby and Armstrong and the crop risk to growers in the area is significant.

It was the second rescue for PENSAR in four days, with an injured ATV rider needing rescuing on Friday.

According to the town’s budget package, water and sewer upgrades are needed.

The pilot told the officer that the aircraft suffered a ‘catastrophic’ engine failure, said Const. James Grandy.

The corn rootworm has found its way to farms in Salmon Arm, Enderby and Armstrong and the crop risk to growers in the area is significant.

This year’s event will focus on impending disasters, and what the public can do during moments of crisis.