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B.C. man defied wildfire evacuation order, then called for help

Crews rescued a B.C. man after he ignored a wildfire evacuation order and called for help when the fire grew.
WHO: Wildfire crews and officials in British Columbia
WHAT: A man ignored a wildfire evacuation order, then called for help when the fire grew; crews got him to safety.
WHEN: Jul 30, 2026 at 5:36 PM ET
WHERE: British Columbia, Canada
WHY: The cause of the fire has not been reported.

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