The latest weather alert could be good news or bad news for the BC Wildfire Service.
Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for the Cariboo, Chilcotin, Bulkley Valley-Lakes including Burns Lake, and Prince George.
Forecasters say conditions could lead to severe thunderstorms beginning early this afternoon.
While the possibility of large hail and heavy rain could help out some of the current fires burning in the areas, gusty wind and the possibility of lightning could create new fire starts.
