Chris IstaceApr 16

Great message and infographic from staff at #NorthCowichan . Also in this year's budget we voted to fund a new #wildfire specialist staff position.

As you begin your spring yard cleanup, take time to help protect your home from fires.

🌳Clear the immediate area (0-1.5m) around your home from debris and fuels
🍂Clean roofs and gutters
🪵Move flammable material away from wall exteriors
🪑Remove anything stored underneath decks or porches

#wildfires #firesmart #britishColumbia #climateChange

CBC KamloopsMar 20
Kamloops offers free home FireSmart assessments, rebates for homeowners
Kamloops Fire Rescue educator Josh Cowen said firefighters are “quite concerned” about the possibility of wildfire in the city, particularly if a blaze on the outskirts of town sparks embers that land in yards, starting spot fires.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/kamloops-firesmart-assessments-9.7135555?cmp=rss
CBC British ColumbiaMar 20
Kamloops offers free home FireSmart assessments, rebates for homeowners
Kamloops Fire Rescue educator Josh Cowen said firefighters are “quite concerned” about the possibility of wildfire in the city, particularly if a blaze on the outskirts of town sparks embers that land in yards, starting spot fires.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/kamloops-firesmart-assessments-9.7135555?cmp=rss
The-14Jul 28, 2025
Dealing with wildfires requires a whole-of-society approach
#Canada #Environment #Wildfires #FireResilience #ClimateChange #BeneficialFire #CulturalBurning #IndigenousKnowledge #FireSmart #CommunitySafety #EcoResilience #WildlandUrbanInterface
https://the-14.com/dealing-with-wildfires-requires-a-whole-of-society-approach/
Geraldo 🌎Jun 25, 2025

#FireSmart simulator demonstrates #wildfirerisk

https://globalnews.ca/video/11255133/firesmart-simulator-demonstrates-wildfire-risk/ #BC

FireSmart simulator demonstrates wildfire risk | Watch News Videos Online

Watch FireSmart simulator demonstrates wildfire risk Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca

Global News
Global News OkanaganNov 4, 2024
FireSmart initiative at Vernon strata complex the city’s largest undertaken at one time
The strata is working with the city and fire department to reduce fuel risks after two hedge fires earlier this year, one large one that came perilously close to homes.
#globalnews #Canada #cedarhedges #Fire #FireSmart
https://globalnews.ca/news/10847202/firesmart-vernon-strata-complex-cedar-hedge-risk/
FireSmart initiative at Vernon strata complex the city’s largest undertaken at one time

The strata is working with the city and fire department to reduce fuel risks after two hedge fires earlier this year, one large one that came perilously close to homes.

Global News
Global News OkanaganAug 20, 2024
From traditional knowledge to FireSmart, Okanagan leaders focus on wildfire risks
First Nation leaders, fire chiefs and politicians in the Okanagan say good planning can help prevent disasters like last year's McDougall Creek wildfire.
#globalnews #Canada #Fire #News #FireSmart
https://globalnews.ca/news/10705242/from-traditional-knowledge-to-firesmart-okanagan-leaders-focus-on-wildfire-risks/
From traditional knowledge to FireSmart, Okanagan leaders focus on wildfire risks

First Nation leaders, fire chiefs and politicians in the Okanagan say good planning can help prevent disasters like last year's McDougall Creek wildfire.

Global News
Global News CanadaAug 20, 2024
From traditional knowledge to FireSmart, Okanagan leaders focus on wildfire risks
First Nation leaders, fire chiefs and politicians in the Okanagan say good planning can help prevent disasters like last year's McDougall Creek wildfire.
#globalnews #Canada #Fire #News #FireSmart
https://globalnews.ca/news/10705242/from-traditional-knowledge-to-firesmart-okanagan-leaders-focus-on-wildfire-risks/
From traditional knowledge to FireSmart, Okanagan leaders focus on wildfire risks

First Nation leaders, fire chiefs and politicians in the Okanagan say good planning can help prevent disasters like last year's McDougall Creek wildfire.

Global News
Global News BCAug 20, 2024
From traditional knowledge to FireSmart, Okanagan leaders focus on wildfire risks
First Nation leaders, fire chiefs and politicians in the Okanagan say good planning can help prevent disasters like last year's McDougall Creek wildfire.
#globalnews #Canada #Fire #News #FireSmart
https://globalnews.ca/news/10705242/from-traditional-knowledge-to-firesmart-okanagan-leaders-focus-on-wildfire-risks/
From traditional knowledge to FireSmart, Okanagan leaders focus on wildfire risks

First Nation leaders, fire chiefs and politicians in the Okanagan say good planning can help prevent disasters like last year's McDougall Creek wildfire.

Global News
Global NewsAug 20, 2024
From traditional knowledge to FireSmart, Okanagan leaders focus on wildfire risks
First Nation leaders, fire chiefs and politicians in the Okanagan say good planning can help prevent disasters like last year's McDougall Creek wildfire.
#globalnews #Canada #Fire #News #FireSmart
https://globalnews.ca/news/10705242/from-traditional-knowledge-to-firesmart-okanagan-leaders-focus-on-wildfire-risks/
From traditional knowledge to FireSmart, Okanagan leaders focus on wildfire risks

First Nation leaders, fire chiefs and politicians in the Okanagan say good planning can help prevent disasters like last year's McDougall Creek wildfire.

Global News