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Crews tackle fires

By John Boivin

Hot weather and lightning overnight, Friday, are causing some headaches for East Kootenay firefighters.

The Southeast Fire Centre reports two new fires as a result of lightning.

Both are in the Cranbrook area, near Woods Corner and Pudding.

Fire Information Officer Carlee Kachman says three-person initial attack crews have been sent to tackle each fire. 

Castanet will provide more details as they become available.



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