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Pigeon Creek west of Peachland wildfire 'smouldering'

The very steep slopes and hot temperatures expected today will be a challenge for crews.

The Pigeon Creek wildfire west of Peachland did not see any growth overnight and is still estimated at 33 hectares.

Fire information officer Aydan Corey says 60 ground crew members returned to the blaze this morning. Air support is not currently over the fire, but is on standby.

The fire is still best described as a smouldering ground fire, so the fight is moving to more of a ground attack.

"They're going to be securing the perimeter line and fuel free guard,” Corey said.

Once the perimeter of the fire is secured, the fire’s classification may be moved to being “held.”

“But for now, until they know it won't grow any further. It'll be [classified as] out of control.”

Ground crew members are now hiking up to the fire from the Highway 97C turnaround while helicopters drop in equipment.

The very steep slopes and hot temperatures expected today will be a challenge for crews.

“Their safety and ensuring we're preventing heatstroke as much as possible is a priority for our crews,” Corey said. “So ensuring they're taking regular rest intervals and staying hydrated — monitoring for any of those heat stress symptoms.”