Tag: B.C. Wildfire Service
B.C. wildfire season extends into September, with hundreds under evacuation orders
While September brings shorter days and cooler nights, B.C. officials are stressing the risk of wildfire remains high.
Coquihalla Highway reopens after wildfire closure
Highway 5 between Hope and Merritt reopened early Friday afternoon after a closure due to an out-of-control wildfire.
Out-of-control wildfire shuts down section of Coquihalla highway
Highway 5 between Hope and Merritt remains closed due to an out-of-control wildfire.
Heavy smoke expected across B.C. as wildfire season rages on
British Columbia wildfire officials say late-season heat waves and heavy smoke are signalling a longer and more challenging wildfire season extending into the fall.
No critical injuries after incident with B.C. Wildfire Service helicopter
Officials said there were no critical injuries after a B.C. Wildfire Service helicopter made a “forced landing” near Pemberton late Wednesday morning.
Smoke and heat blanket B.C. as late-summer heat records fall
Smoke and high temperatures are settling over large parts of British Columbia, just a week after the last record-breaking heat wave.
A.I. wildfire images “add to the uncertainty,” warns BCWS
The B.C. Wildfire Service said A.I. generated photos circulating online that seemingly show recent wildfires are not accurate.
Increased wildfire risk this August long weekend from lightning, dry conditions
The B.C. Wildfire Service (BCWS) said the province is seeing a return to seasonal temperatures heading into the August long weekend, but increased lightning means the potential for new fire starts remains high.
Drought and strong winds challenging firefighters in B.C.’s northeast
The B.C. Wildfire Service has warned today's strong winds expected across much of the province could lead to more extreme wildfire activity.
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