FireSmart

• These few, simple steps could help save your home from a wildfire

  FireSmart BC aims to help protect homes and communities from wildfires through proactive steps that reduce the risk of properties igniting in the first place. 

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  Jun 24
  
• Hinton, other Alberta communities pushed to ramp up wildfire mitigation

  Surrounded by coniferous trees, Hinton is situated in a wildfire-prone region of Alberta and took in fire evacuees from both Jasper in 2024 and Edson in 2023.

  Fire

  Feb 10
  
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• ‘Aging and vulnerable’ forests ignite plans for new fireguards in Alberta

  As the devastating wildfires in California continue to burn out-of-control, efforts are underway to prevent a similar disaster in Alberta's Bow River Valley.

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  Jan 13
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• FireSmart initiative at Vernon strata complex the city’s largest undertaken at one time

  The strata is working with the city and fire department to reduce fuel risks after two hedge fires earlier this year, one large one that came perilously close to homes.

  Canada

  Nov 1, 2024
• From traditional knowledge to FireSmart, Okanagan leaders focus on wildfire risks

  First Nation leaders, fire chiefs and politicians in the Okanagan say good planning can help prevent disasters like last year's McDougall Creek wildfire.

  Canada

  Aug 19, 2024
• West Kelowna hosts annual Firesmart Family Day

  West Kelowna firefighters invited the public to Firehall 31 Saturday to mark FireSmart Day. Their goal: To share information on how to protect homes during wildfire season.

  Canada

  May 26, 2024
• ‘A wake-up’: Whistler, B.C., known for its snow, to start wildfire drills

  First responders will be running an emergency evacuation drill on April 18, part of the resort community's recently developed wildfire defence plan.

  Environment

  Apr 4, 2024
• Requests open for free, firesmart chipping program in Kelowna

  Aimed at reducing wildfire risks, the program allows homeowners to eliminate flammable, organic yard debris from their property.

  Canada

  Apr 4, 2024
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• Alberta Wildfire warns of extreme danger come spring 2024

  Several wildfires still burning from 2023 are smouldering in peat moss, sometimes deep underground, and the snow overtop is insulating instead of extinguishing it.

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  Feb 7, 2024
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• 8.7-hectare fuel reduction project begins at Kalamoir Regional Park

  The park will remain open during this time, but visitors are asked to avoid marked areas, and follow signage and directions from working crews.

  Environment

  Jan 22, 2024