Photo: Big White Fire Department
Several lightning strikes hit Big White Mountain Monday afternoon, sparking a pair of separate fires.
According to Sr. VP, Michael J. Ballingall, several calls were received concerning smoke in the areas around tower 5 of the T Bar and Happy Valley near the tube park.
Ballingall says the Big White fire chief and head patroller discovered two small fires approximately one-quarter acre in size.
The fires were still active in spots, he said.
"Forestry was advised and Big White crews responded and worked on cold-trailing and putting out hot spots.
"Nothing was found in the Happy Valley area. Crews remain on scene at this time."