The Nelson Fire Department says the West Arm wildfire is a good prompt to check around our property for woody debris.
Acting Captain Bob Patton says wildfires can create their own wind storms which can send burning embers as far as 4-kilometres depending on wind direction.
There have been reports of cinders and blackened woody debris spotted on the other side of the water from the Sitkum-Duhamel fire.
Tips for making your home safer can be found online at firesmartcanada.ca