What to Do When You're Under a Wildfire Evacuation Alert Stay calm, act fast, and be ready to go. Here’s what every property owner in BC should know. What Is a Wildfire Evacuation Alert? A wildfire evacuation alert is an official warning issued by emergency officials. It means: A wildfire is nearby You must be [...]
Does Rain Really Reduce Wildfire Risk in BC? Understanding the Limits of Rainfall in Preventing Wildfires Why Rain Doesn’t Eliminate Wildfire Danger in BC Many assume a rainy day means wildfire risk disappears-but in BC’s wildfire-prone regions like the Okanagan, that’s far from true. Short-term moisture doesn’t soak deep fuels: Grasses may green up temporarily, [...]
FireSmart Your Property: Integrating SPIEDR Systems with Other Wildfire Mitigation Strategies To protect commercial properties in wildfire-prone BC regions like the Okanagan Valley, integrating SPIEDR’s advanced sprinkler systems with defensible space strategies and fire-smart landscaping can significantly reduce fire risk. 1. Start with Fire-Smart Defensible Space Creating a defensible space is the first line of [...]
Zombie Fires in the Okanagan: How Hidden Wildfires Threaten Businesses in 2025 Most assume wildfire season starts with the summer heat. However, 'zombie fires'—underground holdover fires—can reignite with little warning. For Okanagan businesses, these hidden threats are becoming an increasing concern as warmer winters and prolonged drought make the conditions ripe for re-ignition. What Are [...]
Okanagan Wildfire Risks 2025: How Businesses Can Protect Their Property As wildfire season approaches, businesses in the Okanagan face some of the highest wildfire risks in Canada. With Kelowna and Kamloops identified as top hotspots for 2025, commercial property owners must act now. This guide highlights the key wildfire risks and how businesses can proactively [...]
Wildfire season continues to pose an increasing threat to businesses, commercial properties, and infrastructure in British Columbia, particularly in high-risk regions like the Okanagan Valley. With changing climate conditions, experts predict that 2025 will bring unique challenges in wildfire mitigation and response. In this article, we’ll explore the latest predictions for the 2025 wildfire season [...]
Although the threat of wildfires has been part of California life for a long time, recent years have seen a serious uptick in the intensity and frequency of the fires. As climate change continues to take its toll on the landscape, summers are getting hotter, rainy seasons shorter, and overall conditions drier. That’s absolutely a [...]
Although wildfires have always been a concern for those living in high-risk areas, climate change-related factors like drought and shifting weather patterns have made them an even bigger threat in recent years. However, thorough preparation can help you protect your property and ensure you’re ready for anything. The right wildfire consultants can help take the [...]
Whether you own a commercial orchard in the Okanagan, or simply have fruit trees on your British Columbia property, it makes sense that you want to do what you can to protect it from the impact of wildfires. Even if fruit trees never come into direct contact with the flames, the smoke can cause damage, [...]
In addition to creating a wildfire safety plan and equipping your business with a sprinkler system, you can improve wildfire resistance through strategic landscaping techniques. One of the most effective strategies is creating a defensible space around your property. Follow these simple steps to help keep your business safer from wildfire in your area. [...]
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