Chimney fire at Rd 20 – flares a 2nd time

photo Mickie Schmalz

Oliver Fire Department attended a home at Rd 20 – east of Highway 97 south of Oliver at about 9am and are now returning at noon as the fire has reignited in a room behind the fire place.

Heavy smoke reported. Residents have left the building. A 2nd alarm now in place with mutual aid requested of Osoyoos Fire Department.