Canada wildfires
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‘Mayhem’: Severe wildfires could threaten water supply for communities, expert warnsCanada needs more data and analysis of the historical and ongoing effects of wildfires on watersheds, says a wildfire research scientist with the Canadian Forest Service.EnvironmentJul 31
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New solutions needed as exposure to wildfire smoke becomes regular occurrence: expertsWhile the longer-term health effects of exposure to wildfire smoke have yet to be thoroughly studied, linkages between disease, death and air pollution offer hints, experts say.CanadaJul 26
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A look at Canada’s wildfires in numbers and graphics over the decadesHundreds of wildfires are raging across Canada, forcing mass evacuations. A look at how this year’s season compares with past years.EnvironmentJul 21
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Canada’s extreme weather a wake up call as wildfires rage on: environment ministerThe comments come as wildfires are currently raging out of control, forcing residents out of their homes in British Columbia, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.CanadaJul 21
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Satellite images show wildfire smoke spreading across CanadaWildfire smoke is a constantly-changing mixture of particles and gases which includes many chemicals that can be harmful to your health.CanadaJul 20
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Canada’s wildfire season expected to be ‘well above average’: Natural Resources CanadaParts of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and B.C. could see an elevated threat of wildfires that stretches into September.CanadaMay 4, 2020
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Years of fire suppression contributing to increasing Alberta wildfires: expertThousands of people have been evacuated from communities across northern Alberta due to growing wildfires.CanadaMay 31, 2019
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High Level wildfire: Crews bracing for expected wind shiftThe winds have been blowing the fire away from High Level, but the forecast is calling for a wind shift that could push the flames back towards the town.CanadaMay 26, 2019
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B.C. Premier John Horgan concerned about early start to wildfire seasonPremier John Horgan says after two of the worst fire seasons in B.C. history, he is definitely worried.CanadaMay 14, 2019
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