The memorial at Kamloops Airport that began on Sunday night is continuing to grow in support of Capt. Jennifer Casey and the Canadian Forces Snowbirds.

Doug Kops was one of a few people on scene on Tuesday morning at the now almost kilometre long memorial along the fence at Fulton Field.

“I was a bit surprised at how large it was, and I am very, very pleased that this city, the people of the City of Kamloops, showing their heart in terms of what has happened to this lady,” he said. “Good on you Kamloops.”

“We’re very saddened with the loss of Jennifer [Casey], but also very very proud of the work that Canadian Snowbirds do in terms of representing our country and actually uniting us.”

Speaking to NL News, Vicki Abbott says she put a flag with Captain Casey’s name on the fence to show the Snowbirds that Kamloops cares.

“We’re not going to forget this tragic accident that happened,” she said. “I’m proud to be a Canadian and say that we support you guys. This memorial is almost a kilometre long, I’m sure its going to keep growing.”

Abbott lives close by in Brocklehurst but says today was the first time that she went to the memorial at the airport. She notes it is surreal to think that this crash happened so close to home in Kamloops.

“Kind of a scary moment thinking this can happen in your own backyard, but I’m glad that we can show that we support each other,” Abbott added.

The investigation at the crash site near the airport is ongoing, and there is no timeline on how long investigators will be in the area. Officials have said the investigation may take up to a year to complete.

The Snowbirds flew into Kamloops on Saturday as part of Operation Inspiration. The planes are grounded in the city for the time being.

– With files from Colton Davies

The memorial at the @KamloopsAirport is continuing to grow in support of Capt. Jenn Casey and the @CFSnowbirds. #Kamloops @RadioNLNews pic.twitter.com/4M6OvUFn6i

— Colton Davies (@ColtonDavies_) May 19, 2020