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Wildfires intensify in central British Columbia
The number of wildfires burning in British Columbia has increased by more than 20 to about 130, with the heat wave contributing to the increase. Published at 6:21 p.m. Two…
Newfoundland and Labrador | With wildfires no longer spreading, Churchill Falls evacuation order lifted
(Churchill Falls, NL) A wildfire evacuation order in central Labrador ended Wednesday, allowing people to return to their homes in Churchill Falls two weeks after being told to flee. Published…
Thousands evacuated in California as wildfires spread
At least 13,000 people were forced to evacuate their homes Wednesday as wildfires in Northern California continued to spread and another day of extreme heat was expected. The Thompson Fire…
California | Spreading wildfires force evacuation of at least 13,000 people
(Oroville) At least 13,000 people were forced to evacuate their homes Wednesday as wildfires in Northern California continued to spread and another day of extreme heat was expected. Published at…
Extreme wildfires | Twice as frequent for two decades
Extreme wildfires are twice as numerous as 20 years ago, according to a new Australian study. On the North Shore and in the Far North of Quebec, the increase is…
Evacuation order lifted Monday morning in Fort Nelson after wildfires
Residents of Fort Nelson, British Columbia, are now allowed to return home, after being evacuated for more than two weeks due to the looming wildfire just outside the city. The…
Evacuation order to be lifted Monday morning in Fort Nelson after wildfires
Residents of Fort Nelson, British Columbia, will be able to return home Monday after being evacuated for more than two weeks due to wildfires. The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality and…
Wildfires in British Columbia | Preparations are underway for the return of residents evacuated from Fort Nelson
(Fort Nelson) The mayor of the regional municipality that includes the evacuated community of Fort Nelson, British Columbia, says he is optimistic, noting that crews have “very good control” of…
Residents evacuated due to wildfires near Fort McMurray can return home
The Alberta municipality that governs the oilsands hub of Fort McMurray said Saturday that residents evacuated due to nearby wildfires can now return home. The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo…
Wildfires force new evacuations in British Columbia
A forest fire near the town of Fort Nelson, British Columbia, spread Tuesday, as residents in the northeast of the province receive more and more evacuation orders from authorities. The…
Wildfires in British Columbia | An “extremely difficult” situation at Fort Nelson
The wildfire that forced the evacuation of nearly 5,000 people in the Fort Nelson area of northeastern British Columbia came within 2.5 kilometers of populated areas on Monday, and Westerly…
Trudeau shoots an arrow at Meta over B.C. wildfires
(West Kelowna) Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canada’s dispute with Meta is a “testing moment” for the country to stand up to the social media giant that makes billions of…
Catastrophic wildfires | Better protect the population and reduce losses
Federal government scientists have identified “locations requiring immediate attention” in Canada because they are “at high risk” of catastrophic wildfires. This first – which required years of work – will…
Catastrophic wildfires | Better protect the population and reduce losses
Federal government scientists have identified “locations requiring immediate attention” in Canada because they are “at high risk” of catastrophic wildfires. This first – which required years of work – will…
Historic wildfires | “Significant social impacts” to be expected
Last summer’s historic forest fires had a significant impact on the amount of wood that will be possible to harvest in the coming years, particularly in the Nord-du-Québec region. The…
British Columbia’s response to wildfires under investigation
British Columbia’s forest watchdog is investigating the province’s response to wildfires that ravaged small communities on the shores of Shuswap Lake in August, destroying or damaging more than 200 properties.…
Greenland smoky by Canada’s wildfires
Smoke from Canada’s wildfires reached Greenland earlier this week, darkening the sky and affecting air quality. Posted at 7:00 p.m. What there is to know Smoke from Canadian wildfires reached…
Environment | Greenland smoky by Canada’s wildfires
Smoke from Canada’s wildfires reached Greenland earlier this week, darkening the sky and affecting air quality. Posted at 7:00 p.m. What there is to know Smoke from Canadian wildfires reached…
British Columbia | Conditions conducive to wildfires could persist
(Vancouver) Wildfire behavior in British Columbia was boosted in late summer by above-normal temperatures and below-average precipitation, particularly in the province’s north. Provincial officials say dry conditions are expected to…
Wildfires affect indoor air quality
Smoke from wildfires hanging over communities across Canada in recent months has highlighted the need for better ventilation in buildings used by the public, say experts who want tough indoor…