A wildfire burning northwest of Clinton, B.C., has damaged or destroyed buildings on about 20 properties, according to regional district director Kevin Skrepnek.The fire, which spans over 108 square kilometers, caused damage ranging from melted siding to complete destruction of structures.Officials surveyed the affected properties after the Fiftynine Creek fire passed through the area and notified owners.The fire remains active, with potential for further damage in the coming days.Evacuation orders were issued for the area around Big Bar Lake, and the village of Clinton was placed on evacuation alert.Firefighters are facing challenges due to hot and dry conditions, with efforts focused on containing the fire south of Big Bar Road.

Local residents, including Nick Kosovic and his mother Maria, have been supporting firefighters by providing meals, highlighting community solidarity during the crisis.