Fire Fighting
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Fueling Resiliency: Why simple and effective fire prevention programs aren’t reaching everyonePrograms like Fire Smart help municipalities in Canada prevent losses from wildfires using simple mitigation techniques. But experts say the country could be doing even more.CanadaJun 27, 2023
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Brush fire sparked on Penticton Indian Band land; BC Wildfire helicopters quickly deployedWhen crews arrived at around 10 a.m., the fire was mapped at 0.2 hectares and wasn't threatening any structures.EnvironmentSep 6, 2021
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New North Okanagan daycare delayed by unexpected costsThey already have 80 kids on the wait list for 63 spaces.Aug 29, 2019
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B.C. government spending more on prescribed burns, firefighters to combat wildfire seasonThe province is increasing funding for prescribed burns, adding more crews and enhancing aerial capacity in an attempt to keep wildfires under control.Mar 19, 2019
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‘We couldn’t find flames’: Fire chief describes battling blaze at Barons HotelAbout 50 firefighters from seven different departments responded to the fire at Barons Hotel on Thursday.Jul 20, 2018
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Victoria fire department adds 3 drones to emergency response kitBut the use of drones has been subject to privacy concerns with some worried about the unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) hovering near their window.CanadaJan 17, 2017
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Fire season arrives early in OkanaganThe Okanagan Valley is reporting moderate fire danger, marking an early arrival of wildfire season.EnvironmentApr 19, 2016
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Volunteer firefighter fights back against PTSD with podcastBeing exposed to trauma is a common occurrence for firefighters, but what isn't common is talking about the effects those traumas can have.FeaturesJan 28, 2016
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Trailer full of sprinklers helps Shuswap fire fightingThe Columbia Shuswap Regional District has purchased two Structure Protection Units which can protect up to 35 homes at a time that are in the path of encroaching wildfires.Aug 9, 2013
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