Emergency Preparedness: A Burning Issue in GlenLake Introduction In recent years, the issue of wildfires has become a burning concern across Canada, and GlenLake, a picturesque community in British Columbia, is no exception. With the increasing frequency and intensity of wildfires, the importance of emergency preparedness and prevention measures cannot be overstated. As a community […]
Wildfire Breaks Out in B.C. Interior, Fanning Flames of Concern Human-Caused Blaze Engulfs Glen Lake, West of Peachland Another wildfire has erupted in the scenic B.C. Interior, specifically near Glen Lake west of Peachland. The fire, estimated to have consumed approximately 50 hectares of land, was spotted on Saturday evening and is believed to have […]
Wildfire Destroys Buildings in Central Okanagan Accuracy and Accountability In the face of the devastating wildfires in Central Okanagan, local fire chiefs have emphasized the importance of accurate information concerning the number of structures lost. West Kelowna Fire Chief Jason Brolund highlighted the need for precision and accountability in reporting the figures, stating that getting […]
British Columbia declares state of emergency due to worsening wildfire crisis Unprecedented Situation British Columbia Premier David Eby has declared a state of provincial emergency in response to the escalating wildfire crisis. Eby, stating that the province is facing the worst wildfire season in its history, said that the situation has rapidly deteriorated. Over the […]
Massive Wildfire Sparks Evacuation Orders in Columbia-Shuswap Regional District Evacuation Orders and Alerts Issued A massive wildfire, known as the Lower East Adams Lake wildfire, is currently burning just north of Shuswap Lake near Blind Bay in the Columbia-Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) of British Columbia. The wildfire has already consumed 10,000 hectares of land, prompting […]
Evacuation Orders Issued for Adams Lake and North Shuswap Communities Update: August 18, 2023 – 3:45 PM As the Lower East Adams Lake fire rages out of control, evacuation orders have been issued for Scotch Creek, Lee Creek, and several other communities in the Adams Lake and North Shuswap regions. The Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) […]
2023 Wildfire Map: Fires Burning in California and Air Quality Conditions By Published: August 18, 2023 As the 2023 wildfire season rages on in California, residents and authorities continue to grapple with the increasing frequency, size, and destructiveness of these blazes. Just as the fires themselves evolve and spread, so too must our strategies for […]
Cowichan Valley Wildfire Closes Highway-1 Near Malahat Summit Overview On Tuesday evening, several small fires were reported by drivers along Highway-1 between Duncan and Victoria in the Cowichan Valley near the Malahat Summit. As a result, a seven-kilometre section of the highway was closed from Whittaker Road and Mill Bay Road to 3 kilometres south […]
Fire that triggered Hay River evacuation ‘moved 50 km in a day’ An unprecedented situation On Sunday, a wildfire erupted in the Northwest Territories (NWT) and rapidly approached the town of Hay River, forcing a full evacuation of the area. The fire, known as SS052, traveled an astonishing 50 kilometers in just one day, fueled […]
Wildfire Ravages Paradise Gardens and Enterprise in Hay River, N.W.T. A Desperate Evacuation Effort The Town of Hay River in the Northwest Territories (N.W.T.) is facing another devastating wildfire, forcing residents to flee the area for the second time this summer. The latest fire has swept through the neighborhoods of Paradise Gardens and Enterprise, causing […]
