Wildfire Season

• As wildfires rage, an updated outlook shows the worst may be yet to come

  The wildfire season so far this year has been the second worst on record after 2023, according to the Government of Canada, which forecasts the trend to continue.

  Fire

  Jun 12
  
• Okanagan fire officials urge vigilance amid early season heat, pair of ‘close-call fires’

  According to B.C. Wildfire Service, there have already been 49 wildfires within the Kamloops Fire Centre, which includes the Okanagan, since April 1st.

  Canada

  Jun 6
  
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• Fire bans issued across Saskatchewan amid early dry conditions

  Several rural municipalities, including Vanscoy, Corman Park, Rosthern, Eagle Creek and Meadow Lake, have issued fire bans as dry conditions settle in.

  Environment

  Apr 17
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• Another record-breaking wildfire season comes to an end in Alberta

  Alberta Wildfire responded to 1,210 wildfires in 2024, exceeding the record-breaking total from 2023 which was 1,080. This year 705,000 hectares burned in the province.

  Fire

  Nov 3, 2024
• Australia, New Zealand deploy crews to join B.C. wildfire fight

  Outside help is arriving to battle B.C. wildfires that authorities expect to flare this week, with Australian and New Zealand firefighters on the way.

  Weather

  Jul 15, 2024
• 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.

  Environment

  Jun 12, 2024
• Eye on wildfires: N.S. officials watch West as conditions dry in East

  Experts studying wildfires in Canada are keeping a close eye on the potential risks this season in the Maritime provinces. 

  Environment

  May 15, 2024
• 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.

  Environment

  May 12, 2024
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• Canadian insurer rolls out pilot to assist in wildfire home protection

  Intact Financial Corporation on Tuesday announced a partnership to provide eligible Albertans and British Columbians with wildfire loss prevention and suppression services.

  Environment

  May 7, 2024
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• Wildfire prep: Halifax fire crews offer free tips on protecting your home

  An 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.

  Fire

  May 4, 2024