The fire at Whistler/Blackcomb that started last Thursday after lightning strikes is now 85% contained. This has allowed the re-opening of Blackcomb Mountain to guests yesterday. The fire is contained to an isolated area of the mountain that will not impact the operation of Blackcomb. Whilst there is no risk to infrustructure and evacuations have not been issued, the fire still remains uncontrolled and partially contained.
First Tracks Online have reported the following in operation at both Whistler and Blackcomb:
Blackcomb Mountain operations today will include access for uploading and downloading via the Wizard Express and Solar Coaster chairs from the Blackcomb base, sightseeing around the Blackcomb Peak 2 Peak terminal and Rendezvous, as well as the Alpine Walk hiking trail located on the southwest side of the mountain. Rendezvous and Christine’s restaurants will also be operational.
Whistler Mountain has remained open throughout the fire, including access to the Peak 2 Peak Gondola, throughout the last few days. Sightseeing, hiking and mountain biking on Whistler Mountain are available, with some restrictions to the high alpine hiking trails such as the High Note and Singing Pass trails. Access to the Overlord trail on Blackcomb will be similarly restricted. As well, the Crystal Ridge fire area is still an active worksite and entry into this area is strictly prohibited.
It is fantastic to hear that both resorts can resume operation. The Mt Buller fires in 2006 kept the resort closed for a few months over summer, severely impacting the tourist season. A planned trip to Mt Buller for New Years Eve was spent at Falls Creek, which had only just re-opened themselves.
Check out the Mt Buller 2006 Fire Pictures below.
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