A Fit Test Could Save Your Life
Respirators can be lifesavers, but only when they’re properly fitted. Use this week as a chance to schedule your fit testing appointment! canada.ca
RECALL: Over 300K Stove Ranges Recalled in Canada Due to Fire Hazard
Electric stove ranges have been recalled due to a fire risk. insauga.com
Crash-Detection Devices Can Save Lives, But False Alarms Are A Problem For First Responders
First responders see the benefits of crash-detection technology for improving response times, but they’re also facing challenges with false alarms that increase the demand for emergency services. cbcnews
Mapping More Than 60 Years Of Wildfires in Alberta
CBC News gathered over 60 years of historical wildfire data from the Alberta government and created a map showing where wildfires ignited each year and how much land was burned. CBCNEWS
Windsor Fire Department Says They’re ‘Done Being Nice’ Following Surge in Open Air Fires
The Windsor Fire Department responded to over 70 calls about open-air fires this summer, even though backyard bonfires are only allowed for cooking, fire hazard control, or agricultural purposes. WindsorCTVNews.ca
California Firefighter Is Accused of Starting 5 Fires in Wine Country –
A California firefighter has been arrested for allegedly setting five fires in the wine country. This comes as his fellow firefighters are tackling across the state. Reuters.com
Deregulation and Dishonesty Led to Deadly Grenfell Fire, Inquiry Finds
Deregulation and Dishonesty Led to Deadly Grenfell Fire, Inquiry Finds - NY Times
BC revamps building code to allow single stairwells in buildings up to six storeys
BC revamps building code to allow single stairwells in buildings up to six storeys Times Colonist
Boosting mental health resiliency among B.C.’s local heroes
Boosting mental health resiliency among B.C.'s local heroes keremeosreview -
Fighting Fires with Emerging Technologies
Fighting Fires with Emerging Technologies iotworldtoday -
Province issues stop-work order for Nova Scotia Firefighters School
Province issues stop-work order for Nova Scotia Firefighters School CBC nova scotia
10 communities in Alberta, B.C., getting AI-powered wildfire detection system by 2025
Ten communities in Alberta, B.C., getting AI-powered wildfire detection system by 2025 - Youtube
As wildfire season becomes more threatening, experts are turning to AI
As wildfire season becomes more threatening, experts are turning to AI - Alaska Beacon
The Aftermath of the Valley Fire of 2015
The Aftermath of the Valley Fire of 2015 - FireHouse.com
NACo comments on proposed OSHA fire safety standards
NACo comments on proposed OSHA fire safety standards NACO
‘Bold and brilliant:’ Loved ones remember firefighter killed fighting Jasper blaze
‘Bold and brilliant:’ Loved ones remember firefighter killed fighting Jasper blaze - Fraser Valley Today
New Fire Safety Act comes into force after consultation
New Fire Safety Act comes into force after consultation. UBCM
BC’s 2024 wildfire season now fourth-worst on record
BC's 2024 wildfire season now the fourth-worst on record. Ashcroft Cache Creek Journal