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B.C.'s Forests Minister Ravi Parmar says there were "no critical injuries" after a BC Wildfire Service helicopter was forced to land near Pemberton late Wednesday morning (Sept. 3).

In a provincial wildfire briefing Wednesday afternoon, Parmar said he was aware of the "unfolding situation involving a BC Wildfire Service helicopter and a forced landing." He said the helicopter was carrying an initial attack crew while responding to a wildfire.

"I'm relieved to let you know that all the occupants are accounted for and there are no critical injuries."

Black Press Media has reached out to Pemberton RCMP and the Transportation Safety Board of Canada.

More to come.

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