Here’s why B.C.’s 2018 wildfire season is so extreme, and why it’s not over yet
The 2018 wildfire season in British Columbia has grown to be the worst on record in years, and it’s going to get worse before it gets better. Continue reading
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Final Fort McMurray wildfire report indicates misunderstanding over seriousness of threat
By Fletcher Kent Reporter
A new report done for the RMWB determined that senior emergency officials did not understand the seriousness of the threat that last year’s wildfire posed to the community of Fort McMurray. Continue reading
Alberta sends more help for B.C. wildfire response; air quality advisories issued
Alberta has sent 125 firefighters and support staff, five air tankers, two birddog planes and 3,000 lengths of hose to help British Columbia fight wildfires. Continue reading
Alberta sending 40 RCMP officers to help with B.C. wildfire emergency
RCMP in British Columbia have asked for help and Alberta is responding by sending 40 officers with the Special Tactical Operations unit to help in the wildfire effort. Continue reading
Government trying to whitewash Fort McMurray wildfire details: Opposition leader
The Wildrose Opposition leader in Alberta says the government is attempting to whitewash the findings of reports into the Fort McMurray wildfire disaster. Continue reading
Report into Fort McMurray wildfire cites communications breakdown in early days
A report into the Fort McMurray wildfire cites critical communications breakdowns as the fire swept into the municipality and forced thousands to flee. Continue reading
Alberta to complete review into Fort McMurray wildfire response by summer
The province is looking for a contractor to conduct an independent review into what went well — and what didn’t — during the disaster. Continue reading