B.C. wildfires: Structures destroyed, evacuation orders in Golden [Video]

The Town of Golden, B.C., says a nearby wildfire burning south of the community crossed the Columbia River and has destroyed “several structures.”

It says in a post to social media that the 1.33-square-kilometre blaze has spread north, but rain and a northern wind are expected to help the fire fight.

The BC Wildfire Service says a trend of cooler weather across much of the province has resulted in a dip in the number of fires burning for the first time in weeks, and that will allow crews an opportunity to make progress on some of the 425 active blazes.

However, the service says the number of fires of note — those that pose a threat to people or property or are highly visible — has increased to five due to the blaze near Golden.

The town’s website says authorities are focused on “saving as many structures as possible” from …