Chilliwack firefighters battled a logpile fire Tuesday evening. (Image Credit: Mike Vanden Bosch.)
By Mike Vanden Bosch
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Fire crews battle logpile fire along Vedder River Tuesday (VIDEO)

Jun 23, 2026 | 6:29 PM

CHILLIWACK – Firefighters from several engines battled a logpile fire along the Vedder River in Chilliwack Tuesday evening.

The fire broke out just west of Peach Park Tuesday at approximately 5:35 p.m.

The logpile fire sent smoke billowing into the area near Webster Landing and River’s Edge, and created a strong smoky stench in the area.

Image: John Bowman / A logpile on fire Tuesday evening at about 5:35 p.m.

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At least three fire engines attended.

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Scanner traffic indicates Chilliwack RCMP had been asked to attend due to two suspects that may have been involved in setting the fire. However, authorities have not officially confirmed this information.

RCMP officer on the Rotary Vedder Trail Tuesday evening.
An RCMP officer on the Rotary Vedder Trail Tuesday evening. (Image Credit: Mike Vanden Bosch.)

Dozens of nearby residents and spectators watched as fire crews doused the fire.

by Mike Vanden Bosch

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