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Kamloops Fire and Rescue at scene of grass fire

KAMLOOPS – Another fire has been reported in the area, this time right in the city.

In a press release today, July 29, the Kamloops RCMP have confirmed a grass fire in the 700 block of Shuswap Road. Kamloops Fire Rescue are at the scene to contain the blaze.

Staff Sgt. Edward Preto stated that there would be road closures in the area for several hours.

The RCMP did not state the size of the fire or if there were any injuries.

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Taylor Rae

Before university, Taylor spent a year abroad living in Thailand which encouraged her to finish her degree studying in Turkey, both experiences have made her an avid traveller. Taylor graduated from Thompson Rivers University with a degree in Communications and Public Relations. Although born on the coast, Taylor has lived the majority of her life in Kamloops and enjoys what the region has to offer. In her spare time, you can find Taylor volunteering in the community or out on an adventure with her friends and her dogs.

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