Spring Fire Safety
As the weather gets warmer, it’s important to keep in seasonal fire safety issues in mind. Fire Chief Larry Cocco joins Candace Daniel with a refresh on what to do in case of emergency.
Global News Morning Toronto
May 3
Regina Beach fire extinguished with help of 3 fire departments
On Sunday afternoon a blaze rocked the community of Regina Beach, burning a large section of land in the area. The scent of burning is still in the air and is noticeable from several kilometres out of town, but the fire has been extinguished.
Global News at 5 Regina
Apr 22
Calgary escapes fire restrictions so far but fire concerns persist
Even as the province says hot and dry conditions mean more forest fires in northern Alberta, in Calgary, there are still no restrictions. As Doug Vaessen reports, the Calgary Fire Department has other concerns.
Global News Hour at 6 Calgary
Apr 24
Mitigating fire risk in Edmonton
When we think about the drought and fire risk, we often focus on the impacts of smaller cities and rural communities. But it’s also a concern in cities like Edmonton with the river valley and extensive mature tree canopy. Mark Beare with the City of Edmonton joined Global News at Noon to speak about what’s...
Global News at Noon Edmonton
Apr 29
Saskatoon Fire Department discusses dry weather and fire
Saskatoon’s acting fire chief Anthony Tataryn spoke about the dry weather and fire potential this spring.
Global News Morning Saskatoon
Apr 17
Fire crews battle large grass fire between south Edmonton and Beaumont
A large plume of smoke seen from our Global 1 news helicopter of a grass fire in a farmer’s field between the southeast edge of Edmonton and Beaumont.
Global News Hour at 6 Edmonton
Apr 25
Fire at Olds Association for Community Living deliberately set according to fire officials
A community space that helps people with special needs has been forced to board up their doors after a fire tore through their centre. As Craig Momney reports, it’s the third time this month the facility has been targeted by vandals.
Global News Hour at 6 Calgary
Apr 24
Hedge fire in Kelowna sparks concern
A large hedge fire in Kelowna yesterday has fire officials encouraging residents to rethink their cedar trees. The trees are very common in the Okanagan, but they are highly flammable. Klaudia Van Emmerik reports.
May 1
Charges laid in Newton townhouse fire
A man is facing several charges following a townhouse fire in Surrey’s Newton neighborhood. On April 26th, Mounties responded to a fire at a townhouse complex on 66 avenue near 127th street. Three units were directly affected.
Global News at Noon BC
May 2
Banff prepares to fight forest fires
It’s one of the prettiest places to live on earth but it comes with dangers. Now more than ever, it seems forest fires are one of them. Today, the Banff Fire Department looked to train with other first responders and engage the local community to be prepared. Doug Vaessen reports
Global News Hour at 6 Calgary
Apr 23
Fire rips through apartment in Bobcaygeon, Ont.
No injuries were reported but up to 30 tenants have been displaced following an apartment building fire in Bobcaygeon on May 2. Emergency crews responded around 4 p.m. to the building located at the corner of Prince and Main streets. The cause of the fire has yet to be released. (Part of video via Carley...
May 3
Officials warn of fire risk in southern Alberta
We take a closer look at the current conditions in southern Alberta, area fire restrictions and what residents need to know heading into a predicted hot and dry summer.
Apr 24
Rapid Fire with the Rush: Mike Triolo
WATCH: Becoming one of the Saskatchewan Rush’s top weapons at 32 years old, Mike Triolo has had a breakout season in the NLL and joined Global Sports’ Scott Roblin for ‘Rapid Fire with the Rush.’
Sports
Apr 19
18 displaced, 1 arrested for arson after apartment building fire in Havelock
Eighteen people have been displaced and one person was arrested for arson following a fire at an apartment building in Havelock, Ont., on April 23. No one was injured but several pets were reported missing. As Tricia Mason reports, the community quickly stepped up to help the displaced.
Apr 24
Bobcaygeon apartment fire leaves 30 people unhoused
Residents in Bobcaygeon are banding together following a fire that destroyed an apartment building on Thursday evening. According to the fire department, 30 people are now in need of a roof over their head. Robert Lothian reports.
Fire
May 3
Fire destroys Historic Hangar 11 in Edmonton
A fire destroyed Hangar 11, a Second World War-era building that was part of the former municipal airport in central Edmonton, on Monday night.
Apr 22
Man rescued from SRO fire in downtown Vancouver
Vancouver firefighters conducted a dramatic rescue of a man stuck in a single-room occupancy building that caught fire on Granville Street on Wednesday morning. A ladder truck was brought in to get him to safety.
Canada
May 1
Train fire rolls through London, Ont.
Five cars in flames rolled through the city of London late Sunday. No one was injured but firefighters say that was due to teamwork and a decision by the train crew to uncouple the flaming cars
Fire
Apr 22
Early start to fire season in B.C. interior
Windy weather in the Okanagan over the last few days fueled multiple wildfires in the Kamloops Fire Centre since Friday. As Victoria Femia reports, as these early season fires continue, officials say now is a good time to prepare for what’s to come.
Canada
Apr 21
Calgary fire crews respond to late-night fire that sent man to hospital
The Calgary Fire Department is investigating a late-night apartment fire in Coventry Hills that sent a man to hospital. Meghan Cobb reports.
Global News at Noon Calgary
Apr 11