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Fort Good Hope wildfire forces evacuation of Northwest Territories town
A wildfire, which officials suspect was caused by an abandoned campfire, reached the edge of Fort Good Hope, a Northwest Territories town, within 24 hours […]
Canada braces for above-normal wildfire risk in June, July
Despite an early start to the 2024 wildfire season, Canada is in a much better place than it was last year, but there is a […]
Could cloud seeding help Canada fight wildfires?
After last year’s record wildfire season, Canada is bracing for more heat this summer and the looming risk of “damaging” forest fires. Rain could prove […]
Alberta changes fixed spring election date to reduce natural disaster risk
Alberta will now see its provincial elections take place in the fall to avoid clashing with major natural disasters. Legislation passed earlier this week pushes […]
Climate change: Canada needs to do more to disaster-proof its hospitals, experts say
A wall of flames met David Matear when he finally stepped outside of the downtown Fort McMurray hospital, after the final patient was hurried out […]
Cool, wet weather leads to ‘significant decline’ in Alberta wildfire risk
The Alberta government says cool, wet weather over the past week has lowered the risk of wildfires in the province. Alberta Forestry Minister Todd Loewen […]
Can Canada fight wildfires at night? What to know
With Canada’s wildfire season underway, firefighters are hoping the weather will aid them in their efforts. But some Canadian provinces are looking to expand upon […]
Fort McMurray wildfire classified as ‘being held’
A wildfire burning near Fort McMurray in northeastern Alberta is now classified as “being held.” In an update at 7 p.m. Sunday, Alberta Wildfire downgraded […]
Changes coming to better inform people about wildfire smoke hazards. What to know
Last year’s record-breaking wildfire season forced Canadians to become familiar with the scale of air pollution as hazardous smoke drifted across the country. Environment Canada’s […]