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After experiencing wildfires impacting three of their properties in 2023, a West Kelowna family now faces a steep rise in insurance costs. Despite making claims, their insurer dropped them, forcing them to seek coverage elsewhere. Only one company agreed to insure...

The US Needs Wildland Firefighters More Than Ever, but the Federal Government Is Losing Them - Black Butte, an inactive volcano in eastern Oregon, saw a group of United States Forest Service smokejumpers arrive by turboprop plane in May 2022. Among them was Ben...

BC issues the first fire ban of the season. The B.C. Wildfire Service has declared a prohibition on fires in the Cariboo region starting at noon on Thursday, March 28, citing "unusually dry conditions from fall through winter leading to heightened drought levels."...

Smokehouse Creek Fire, now the second-largest in U.S. history, combines forces with another blaze, expanding across the Texas Panhandle CBS NEWS

The remains of last year's wildfire season in Canada persist even during the harsh winter. Zombie fires, hidden beneath thick layers of snow, are actively burning at an alarming rate, causing concerns about the potential challenges the upcoming summer might bring. BBC...

The 2024 wildfire season will begin in just a few months. A consensus among studies forecasting future fire potential in B.C. agrees that wildfires will persist in their growth throughout the 21st century due to rising temperatures. The record-breaking wildfire season...

In collaboration with a video game developer, a fire department in North Texas has joined forces to innovate a unique simulator aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of firefighters, potentially contributing to the preservation of lives and property. CBS NEWS

A fire retardant that is environmentally friendly has the potential to extend the time for homeowners to evacuate during fires and reduce the ability of flames to spread. THE COOLDOWN

Inspired by his mother, the son of a recently retired Cambridge firefighter is starting on a groundbreaking mission, inspired to create chemical-free gear . KITCHENER CTV NEWS

A recent study reveals that the accuracy of government data in British Columbia's Interior, specifically regarding forest fuel loads, may hinder effective decision-making in wildfire fighting and forest management. GLOBAL NEWS

In northern Alberta, concerns have arisen due to an unusually dry winter, sparking fears about a potential issue that has not been historically problematic — drought. CBC NEWS

Authorities reported that a house in Virginia exploded as firefighters were responding to a gas leak, resulting in the tragic death of one firefighter and injuries to 10 others. MSN NEWS

The council's emergency preparedness and protective services committee unanimously approved a proposal on Thursday to classify rural Volunteer firefighters as casual part-time employees for the City of Ottawa. The council is anticipated to make the final decision next...

Korea Electric Power Corp. has introduced a cost-effective AI-based mountain fire monitoring system nationwide to enhance fire prevention, protect the power grid, prevent blackouts, and ensure safety. Utilizing existing infrastructure, the new system is 50% cheaper...

A subway train in Toronto caught fire on Sunday afternoon due to a lithium-ion battery pack failure in an electric bike. The incident occurred at Sheppard-Yonge Station in North York, with a video showing thick smoke and flames inside the train. CTV NEWS TORONTO

A prescribed burn conducted by the Aq’am First Nation in British Columbia is highlighted in a recent study, showcasing its effectiveness in preventing wildfires. The Globe and Mail 

With Canada's water bombers aging and anticipated increases in wildfire seasons, sure wildland firefighters and emergency preparedness experts argue that the country must strengthen its fleet of firefighting aircraft. Despite some provinces downplaying concerns about...

The fire services of Cape Breton Regional Municipality are encountering a significant budgetary challenge, and volunteer chiefs are seeking involvement in finding a resolution. According to Craig MacNeil, deputy chief of the regional fire service in Sydney, N.S., the...