US EditionLETTER: Close the backcountry before it burns, says Chilliwack resident
- Climatologists and firefighters warn that summer 2025 could bring severe forest fires, as the snowpack has melted and the ground is dry, increasing risks to the backcountry population density and homeless camps.
- The resident urges the B.C. Government to take proactive measures by closing high-risk backcountry areas to prevent disasters from fires.
- Historically, years like 2017, 2018, and 2023 saw communities devastated by wildfires, highlighting the need for immediate action to protect both urban and Indigenous populations.
- The letter emphasizes that while tourism may suffer from closures, it is necessary to avoid long-term economic ruin caused by wildfires.
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