Extreme Fire Risk
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Caution urged in Vancouver’s Stanley Park amid ‘extreme fire risk’The city's park board said conditions in Stanley Park are 'extremely dry' heading into what is typically the hottest month of the year.EnvironmentAug 1, 2023
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North Vancouver wildfire considered held, human cause now suspectedThe Seymour River wildfire was discovered around 4:15 p.m. on Wednesday in a remote area of the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve, and has been ruled human-caused.FireJul 14, 2023
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Vancouver’s iconic Stanley Park closing overnight due to extreme fire riskStanley Park will be temporarily closed between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m., beginning Friday, until further notice, the Vancouver Park Board said.CanadaJul 30, 2021
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Video posted by B.C. fire department shows how quickly a cigarette can start a wildfireThe Dashwood Fire Department in Qualicum Beach on Vancouver Island, posted a video of a test they conducted in a controlled location showing just how fast wildfire can spread.CanadaJul 29, 2021
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Staff at Whitemud Equine Centre move horses after seeing flames in ravineStaff at the Whitemud Equine Learning Centre jumped into action when fire in the Edmonton ravine got too close for comfort.CanadaMay 29, 2019
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Fire danger in Fort McMurray goes from low to extreme in 3 daysThe fire danger in Fort McMurray reached the extreme level on Friday, a stark contrast from the low to moderate level it was at just three days ago.CanadaMay 5, 2017
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Central Okanagan parks closed en masse due to fire riskThe potential for serious fire is the reason given for the unprecedented move Friday afternoon to close several Central Okanagan parks.Aug 8, 2014
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