Vancouver Island road closed, campfire bans, as drought raises wildfire risks in B.C.

VANCOUVER - A 96-square kilometre wildfire in the Prince George fire centre has prompted an evacuation order by Peace River Regional District. Officials say the West Kiskatinaw River wildfire is burning out of control and poses immediate danger to life safety. Meanwhile, a small but aggressive wildfire on Vancouver Island continues to burn beside the only major highway linking Port Alberni, Tofino and Ucluelet to the rest of British Columbia. Wildfire Service says heavy equipment, helicopters and crews are attacking what is believed to be a human-caused fire. The wildfire service is reporting more than 80 active fires with most burning in the Prince George fire centre, covering north-central and northeastern B.C.