Wildfire Sparks on B.C.’s South Coast as ‘Heat Event’ Continues

CBRM adds new firefighting equipment to its fleet

Firefighters are worried about the large number of downed trees and debris left by post-tropical storm Fiona, which could be fuel for a fire. The new equipment will give them an advantage when combating wildfires. Kyle Moore has the story.

Wildland firefighters set to return to B.C. as fire activity ramps up

Forests Minister Ravi Parmar said the majority of B.C. wildfire resources that have been sent elsewhere in Canada are expected back next week as the province's wildfire activity ramps up.

Wildfire sparks on B.C.’s South Coast as ‘heat event’ continues

Crews were called to a wildfire on B.C.’s South Coast Sunday, as the region experiences unseasonably hot and dry weather.

First wildfire of season sparks on B.C.’s South Coast as ‘heat event’ continues

Crews were called to

Province says prepare for climate emergencies ahead of summer : My Comox Valley Now

As the weather gets warmer, the BC government says you should be prepared for climate emergencies. Warmer and drier conditions are expected to increase the risk of wildfires and longer droughts across the province. Several wildfires are recorded currently, including one west of Port Alberni and another east of Powell River. The province has found that a low snowpack, early snowmelt, and warm weather forecasts do point to a possibly elevated drou…

B.C. wildfire fighters experience slight reprieve, but more wind on horizon #Canadian #CDN #News

The B.C. Wildfire Service said that firefighters experienced a slight reprieve battling one of its most concerning blazes on Saturday, and it was seeing stable skies in the parched northeast corner of the province. However, another cold front is expected to bring high winds starting Sunday night into Monday, and conditions remain hot and dry across B.C. In addition, motorists in the far north are being encouraged to check the status of the Alask…