Why Forests Need Wildfires Usually when we think of fire, we think of destruction. However, this is not an accurate or holistic understanding of the effects of wildfires on our environment. Forest fires actually have many positive effects as well. In fact, the benefits of a naturally occurring wildfire generally outweigh the negative effects, at […]
Storms are not necessarily a harbinger of rain and fire suppression, although we may think of them that way more often that not. Thunderstorms can actually cause wildfires, and wildfires can cause thunderstorms. In order to best prepare for the fire season, it is important to understand exactly how the weather can affect forest fires […]
Understanding fire bans and restrictions can be confusing. You don’t want to end up getting slapped with a big fine just because you didn’t fully understand the difference between a category 1 and category 2 open fire, so we’ve laid out all the information you need about BC fire regulations in a simple, straightforward way. […]
With the increasing wildfire levels of the last few years, it is becoming more and more important to understand the various factors that can contribute to forest fires and learn what the province can do to decrease the risk. Recently, the use of herbicides by BC’s Ministry of Forests has come into question as it may contribute to the province’s wildfire problem.
Fires on oil and gas fields are becoming more and more of a problem. Increased production of oil and gas coupled with higher rates of wildfires means an increased number of wildfires occurring at these sites.
Learn how wildfires are contained and put out using these specialized firefighting strategies.
Over the years prescribed fires have been utilized less frequently, even with the growing wildfire issues throughout the province. It is the general consensus though, that fighting fire with fire is the most strategic method available to the province for reducing the growing risk of wildfires.
After a year of record-breaking wild fires, many people are bracing for what comes next. The increasing frequency, size and intensity of wildfires has concerned homeowners doubling down on prevention and management measures.
It should come as no surprise to hear that the government of British Columbia has increased their disaster budget for 2019. Which to date, has been far exceeded year after year.