Wildfire Service - Province of British Columbia
Find out how the BC Wildfire Service manages wildfires and what jobs are available, learn about the history and governance behind the organization, and get statistics and geospatial data from previous fire seasons.
Wildfire Season Summary - Province of British Columbia
Jan 13, 2025 · British Columbia endured a major wildfire season in 2015 that saw aggressive fire activity, an above-average number of wildfires and hectares burned, and significant impacts on people and communities throughout the province.
Plan, prepare, stay informed - Province of British Columbia
Jun 19, 2024 · B.C. experiences 1,600 wildfires per year, on average. While the majority of these fires are put out before they threaten people, homes and communities, it is important to be prepared especially if you live in an area prone to wildfire.
About the BC Wildfire Service - Province of British Columbia
Oct 25, 2024 · Find out how the BC Wildfire Service manages wildfires and what jobs are available, learn about the history and governance behind the organization, and get statistics and geospatial data from previous fire seasons.
Statistics & Geospatial Data - Province of British Columbia
Jul 12, 2024 · View the latest wildfire statistics to find out how many new wildfires have started and the number of wildfires and hectares burned in B.C. to date. Averages are also calculated for the causes, cost and area burned by wildfires in British Columbia over the past 10 years.
Web and Mobile App Reference Guide - Province of British Columbia
Jul 2, 2024 · The official BC Wildfire Service app provides up-to-date wildfire information, helping you stay informed about wildfires and wildfire-related events and conditions across B.C. The app can be accessed on web browser and is available for …
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Background - Gov
British Columbia periodically experiences severe wildfires near urban or other populated areas, such as those that occurred in the summers of 1998, 2003, 2007 and 2009. Severe wildfires damage the forest canopy and the plants below, as well as the soil surface. This can result in increased runoff after
Wildfires & air quality - Province of British Columbia
Wildfire Smoke: Frequently Asked Questions (PDF, 65KB) Video resources: What is forest fire smoke? Steps to stay safe from wildfire smoke; Who's at risk from wildfire smoke; What kind of mask protects you from smoke? Protect your health from wildfire smoke
How we work with the Ministry of Emergency Management and …
Jun 14, 2024 · BCWS manages wildfires because we have specialized knowledge, skills and resources dedicated to understanding, preventing and combating wildfires. While our primary focus is on fighting wildfires, BCWS may also be asked to provide necessary support during other emergency scenarios.
Get prepared for a wildfire - Province of British Columbia
Feb 23, 2024 · Get prepared for a wildfire in British Columbia by learning what to do before, during, and after a wildfire occurs.