Rock Ridge Area Fire Updates

Maple Ridge Fire & Rescue crews continue to respond to the fire located at the top of the Rock Ridge area along the interface of the Malcolm Knapp Research Forest. The fire, which started at approximately 6:30 PM yesterday evening, is currently estimated at 1.5 hectares in extremely steep and challenging terrain.

 

Approximately 25 personnel were on scene and into the early morning hours. Crews will continue active firefighting operations throughout the day.

 

Conditions remained stable overnight and weather conditions held as forecasted, assisting crews in preventing further fire escalation.

 

We continue to work closely with staff and equipment operators from the UBC Malcolm Knapp Research Forest. Additional support resources are also being coordinated with BC Wildfire Service fire crews to assist with fire suppression efforts this morning.

 

At this time, there is no risk to the public or nearby properties. There have been no reported injuries to the public or firefighters. 

 

Thank you to all crews who worked tirelessly throughout the evening and overnight to help protect our community.

 

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

 

Smoke may continue to impact some residents in the area. Those sensitive to smoke are encouraged to keep windows and doors closed and limit outdoor exposure where possible.

 

Please continue to avoid the area for your safety and to prevent interference with firefighting and water shuttling activities. The public is also reminded to not operate drones anywhere near the fire area as they may interfere with aircraft operations supporting firefighting efforts. 

 

Updates will be provided as further information becomes available.

 

Maple Ridge Fire & Rescue crews continue to respond to the fire located at the top of the Rock Ridge area along the interface of the Malcolm Knapp Research Forest.

 

Crews are actively working to contain the fire and will remain on scene overnight. Operations are taking place in extremely steep and challenging terrain.

 

Additional support resources are being coordinated with the BC Wildfire Service and UBC Forestry fire crews to assist with fire suppression efforts.

 

At this time, there is no risk to the public or properties in the area.

 

The cause of the fire remains under investigation and is currently unknown.

 

Those sensitive to smoke are encouraged to keep windows and doors closed and limit outdoor exposure where possible.

 

Please continue to avoid the area and stay clear of emergency operations personnel and equipment.

 

Updates will be provided as further information becomes available.

Residents in the surrounding area who are concerned with smoke conditions, please keep windows and doors closed.

 

Updates will be provided as further information becomes available.