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The massive Donnie Creek wildfire complex burning in B.C.'s northeastern part of the province remains a challenging and dynamic situation for crews and residents.

Maple Ridge firefighters were called to a large structure fire around midnight near Brown Ave. and Edge Street.

The shift in winds in Tumbler Ridge has made it far easier for wildfire fighters in the area, according to the BC Wildfire Service.

Tips on how to prevent your air conditioner from catching fire.

The BC Wildfire Service is reminding British Columbians to be responsible when they are in the backcountry areas and to handle open flames responsibly. 

A new out-of-control wildfire in British Columbia's Interior has sparked a mandatory evacuation order in an area approximately 600 kilometres north of Vancouver.

Peace River Regional District board chair Leonard Hiebert said there have also been reports of others driving into the wildfire area, "impeding the response."

The Boundary Lake wildfire is currently burning out of control and is an estimated 1,900 hectares.

2 other people are in critical condition.

Two children and two adults are still in critical condition after 15 people were initially hospitalized in an apartment fire last Friday.