by The Nelson Daily Staff on Saturday Jul 17 2021 The Trozzo Creek wildfire near Winlaw has grown to an estimated size of 742 hectares. — BC Wildfire Services photo The Southeast Fire Centre (SEFC) said the region is experiencing unprecedented hot and dry conditions, and combined with below-average spring precipitation, has produced a record number of fire starts in 2021. Southeast Fire Centre said the reduced precipitation and above seasonal temperatures accelerated the drying of forest fuels at a rate not previously observed, making them highly susceptible to ignition. The Southeast Fire Centre said the region along with the rest of British Columbia continues to experience unusual weather patterns for this time of year.