Wildfire Learning
How do evacuation orders and alerts work?
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While the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS)... Read More How do evacuation orders and alerts work?
What is my fire centre?
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British Columbia Fire Centre... Read More What is my fire centre?
Wildfire tactics - what it takes to put it out
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Wildfires are natural to B.C.’s forests. They... Read More Wildfire tactics – what it takes to put it out
Life as an Air Attack Officer: Jeff Austin
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Those who fly for the BC Wildfire Service have... Read More Life as an Air Attack Officer: Jeff Austin
Forecasting fire behaviour
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The BC Wildfire Service employs a range of... Read More Forecasting fire behaviour
What happens when you report a wildfire to 1-800-663-5555?
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The BC Wildfire Service detects wildfires... Read More What happens when you report a wildfire to 1-800-663-5555?
Behind the scenes: fire weather forecasting
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In 2003, Jesse Ellis abandoned his job... Read More Behind the scenes: fire weather forecasting
Meet the BC Wildfire Service aviation fleet
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Helicopters and airtankers are a... Read More Meet the BC Wildfire Service aviation fleet
Understanding forest fuels
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Forest fuels are all the burnable materials in... Read More Understanding forest fuels