Elkford Fire Department (FD) members battled a vehicle and grass fire at Alpine Way and Boivin Forest Service Road the morning of Tuesday, Sept. 27.

At approximately 8:45 a.m. on September 27, the Elkford FD was dispatched to fire and upon arrival, crews found an abandoned vehicle that was fully involved with a grass fire, igniting in a 20×20 foot area that was spreading, the District of Elkford reported.

The seven-member crew first doused the surrounding area, stopping the advancing grass fire, before turning their attention to the vehicle.

“Thankfully, due to increasingly cooler temperatures in the morning, the grass fire was progressing slowly,” said Elkford’s Deputy Fire Chief, Enzo Calla. “Now if this had happened in July or August, when mornings are much warmer, the outcome would have been very different.”

Crews remained at the scene for approximately 1.5 hours while dousing hotspots. The cause of the fire remains undetermined, and an RCMP investigation is underway. No injuries were reported.

The Elkford Fire Department wishes to thank all citizens who saw smoke and reported this fire to 9-1-1. They would also like to thank the Elk Valley RCMP, Sparwood Towing and the District of Elkford’s Public Works staff for their assistance.

An important reminder to residents that although autumn has arrived, temperatures are still unseasonably warm for this time of year. Please report all wildfires within the District of Elkford immediately by calling 9-1-1. Whether you’re enjoying the outdoors or spending time at home, remember to be FireSmart!

Elkford Fire Department photo

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