A grass fire is bringing smoke to the south side of Penticton on Friday, July 14.
Crews responded near the turnoff of Highway 97 and Skaha Hills Road at around 10:40 a.m., following multiple reports of smoke spotted in the area.
BC Wildfire Service arrived on scene shortly after.
Local crews say the fire is being held, as of 11:15 a.m.
Its cause is lightning, according to BCWS.
Crews have confirmed the fire is not near any structures.
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