Wildfire Season
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Australia, New Zealand deploy crews to join B.C. wildfire fightOutside help is arriving to battle B.C. wildfires that authorities expect to flare this week, with Australian and New Zealand firefighters on the way.WeatherJul 15
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Could cloud seeding help Canada fight wildfires?Some experts say cloud seeding has the potential to mitigate wildfires, but more research is needed to evaluate how viable and effective it can be in the future.EnvironmentJun 12
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Eye on wildfires: N.S. officials watch West as conditions dry in EastExperts studying wildfires in Canada are keeping a close eye on the potential risks this season in the Maritime provinces.EnvironmentMay 15
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Wildfire season is here. How can you reduce the risk to your home?As wildfire season begins, experts say there are a number of steps that homeowners can take to try to protect their homes against raging wildfires.EnvironmentMay 12
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Canadian insurer rolls out pilot to assist in wildfire home protectionIntact Financial Corporation on Tuesday announced a partnership to provide eligible Albertans and British Columbians with wildfire loss prevention and suppression services.EnvironmentMay 7
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Wildfire prep: Halifax fire crews offer free tips on protecting your homeAn awareness event was held in Fall River, N.S., on Saturday to inform residents how to prevent their homes from significant damage during a wildfire.FireMay 4
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B.C. wildfire season off to early start with more than 100 already burningWildfire season is off to an early start in B.C.'s central Interior and Cariboo regions, with at least one fire listed as out of control and continuing to grow in the Quesnel area.FireApr 22
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Officials in New Brunswick brace for another ‘horrific’ wildfire seasonA stark warning was provided by officials within the department of Natural Resources and Energy Development in New Brunswick as wildfire season is underway.WeatherApr 16
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Wildfires 2024: Canada ‘preparing for the worst’ after record season last yearThe federal government says it is taking measures to prepare for this year's wildfire season, noting that wildfire activity is already at above-normal levels.CanadaApr 10
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Night no longer offering firefighting reprieve, Canadian study showsThe availability of bone-dry fuels is the key mechanism promoting extreme fire behaviour and growth at night, a new Canadian study found.CanadaMar 13
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