Wildfire risk for most of Nova Scotia expected to remain unusually high this summer

2023-06-05T23:47+0200globalnews (en)

Nova Scotia may not be out of the woods when it comes to fighting wildfires . Although most are now considered under control in the province – with the exception of the blaze raging in Shelburne County, officials are predicting a long season ahead. They say residents need to be prepared.

Canada on track for its worst-ever wildfire season

2023-06-05T23:35+0200swazidailynews (en)

OTTAWA (Reuters) – Canada is on track for its worst-ever year of wildfire destruction as warm and dry conditions are forecast to persist through to the end of the summer after an unprecedented start to the fire season, officials said on Monday. Blazes are burning in nearly all Canadian provinces and....

Candidates interviewed for vacant seat on London Police Services Board

2023-06-05T23:06+0200barrie (en)

Officials are asking people living around Centennial Lake to evacuate their homes as a forest fire burns in the area west of Calabogie, Ont. An evacuation order has been extended to Wednesday afternoon. AIR QUALITY STATEMENT AIR QUALITY STATEMENT | Hazy conditions in Ottawa as wildfire smoke blows....

Canada on track for its worst-ever wildfire season

2023-06-05T22:29+0200channelnewsasia (en)

Smoke billows upwards from a planned ignition by firefighters tackling the Donnie Creek Complex wildfire south of Fort Nelson, British Columbia, Canada June 3, 2023. B.C. Wildfire Service/Handout via REUTERS. Smoke billows upwards from a planned ignition by firefighters tackling the Donnie Creek....

Quebec premier worries about western Quebec fires with no rain expected for five days 6/5/2023 1:03:07 PM

2023-06-05T22:28+0200timescolonist (en)

MONTREAL — Quebec Premier François Legault says his government doesn't have the capacity to fight all of the forest fires currently burning in the province. Legault told reporters Monday that Quebec can fight around 30 fires, but with more than 160 burning in the province and other provinces....

Quebec premier worries about western Quebec fires with no rain expected for five days

2023-06-05T22:28+0200princegeorgecitizen (en)

MONTREAL — Quebec Premier François Legault says his government doesn't have the capacity to fight all of the forest fires currently burning in the province. Legault told reporters Monday that Quebec can fight around 30 fires, but with more than 160 burning in the province and other provinces....

Quebec premier worries about western Quebec fires with no rain expected for five days 0 6/5/2023 1:03:07 PM

2023-06-05T22:21+0200tricitynews (en)

MONTREAL — Quebec Premier François Legault says his government doesn't have the capacity to fight all of the forest fires currently burning in the province. Legault told reporters Monday that Quebec can fight around 30 fires, but with more than 160 burning in the province and other provinces....

Smoke from Quebec forest fires causing 'high levels' of air pollution in Hamilton and area

2023-06-05T21:56+0200wn (en)

Environment Canada has issued an air quality statement in Hamilton and surrounding areas due to smoke from the over 160 forest fires burning in Quebec, many of which are out of control. ......

Canada on track for its worst-ever wildfire season 41m ago

2023-06-05T21:21+0200wkzo (en)

OTTAWA (Reuters) – Canada is on track for its worst-ever year of wildfire destruction as warm and dry conditions are forecast to persist through to the end of the summer after an unprecedented start to the fire season, officials said on Monday. Blazes are burning in nearly all Canadian provinces and....

Montreal and Sept-Îles receive air quality alerts due to wildfires | CBC news

2023-06-05T21:17+0200whatsnew2day (en)

As firefighters scrambled to protect endangered communities, more than 160 wildfires continued to burn in Quebec, the vast majority of which got out of control. Yan Boulanger, a research scientist at Natural Resources Canada , said the ground covered by the fires in Quebec’s commercial forests over....

Smoke from Quebec forest fires causing 'high levels' of air pollution in Hamilton and area

2023-06-05T21:13+0200CBC (en)

A fire fighter works near Chapais, in Northern Quebec, on Friday June 2, 2023 in this image provided by the fire prevention agency known as SOPFEU. (Audrey Marcoux/The Canadian Press/HO-SOPFEU Prevention and Communications) Environment Canada has issued an air quality statement in Hamilton and....

Canada on track for its worst-ever wildfire season OTTAWA (Reuters) - Canada is on track for its worst-ever year of wildfire destruction as warm and dry conditions are forecast to persist through to th... 32m ago

2023-06-05T21:09+0200wsau (en)

OTTAWA (Reuters) – Canada is on track for its worst-ever year of wildfire destruction as warm and dry conditions are forecast to persist through to the end of the summer after an unprecedented start to the fire season, officials said on Monday. Blazes are burning in nearly all Canadian provinces and....

Canada on track for its worst-ever wildfire season OTTAWA (Reuters) - Canada is on track for its worst-ever year of wildfire destruction as warm and dry conditions are forecast to persist through to th... 22m ago

2023-06-05T21:00+0200kelo (en)

OTTAWA (Reuters) – Canada is on track for its worst-ever year of wildfire destruction as warm and dry conditions are forecast to persist through to the end of the summer after an unprecedented start to the fire season, officials said on Monday. Blazes are burning in nearly all Canadian provinces and....

Kingston, Ont. region braces for wildfire smoke

2023-06-05T20:57+0200globalnews (en)

Environment Canada has issued a special air quality statement for the Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington area. According to the government agency, high levels of air pollution are expected throughout Monday and possibly through Tuesday due to forest fires in Quebec.

Canada on track for its worst-ever wildfire season OTTAWA (Reuters) - Canada is on track for its worst-ever year of wildfire destruction as warm and dry conditions are forecast to persist through to th... 12m ago

2023-06-05T20:50+0200whbl (en)

OTTAWA (Reuters) – Canada is on track for its worst-ever year of wildfire destruction as warm and dry conditions are forecast to persist through to the end of the summer after an unprecedented start to the fire season, officials said on Monday. Blazes are burning in nearly all Canadian provinces and....

Canada on Track for Its Worst-Ever Wildfire Season

2023-06-05T20:46+0200usnews (en)

Smoke billows upwards from a planned ignition by firefighters tackling the Donnie Creek Complex wildfire south of Fort Nelson, British Columbia, Canada June 3, 2023. B.C. Wildfire Service/Handout via REUTERS. Reuters OTTAWA (Reuters) - Canada is on track for its worst-ever year of wildfire....

Air quality statement issued in Waterloo region amid wildfires in Ontario, Quebec

2023-06-05T20:46+0200barrie (en)

Environment Canada says several groups of people across southwestern Ontario are at a higher risk of experiencing health effects caused by wildfire smoke. On Monday around 10:30 a.m. , the national weather agency issued a special air quality statement, saying smoke plumes from local forest fires as....

Canada on track for its worst-ever wildfire season

2023-06-05T20:42+0200reuters (en)

OTTAWA, June 5 (Reuters) - Canada is on track for its worst-ever year of wildfire destruction as warm and dry conditions are forecast to persist through to the end of the summer after an unprecedented start to the fire season, officials said on Monday.

Canada on track for its worst-ever wildfire season

2023-06-05T20:41+02004-traders (en)

OTTAWA (Reuters) - Canada is on track for its worst-ever year of wildfire destruction as warm and dry conditions are forecast to persist through to the end of the summer after an unprecedented start to the fire season, officials said on Monday. Blazes are burning in nearly all Canadian provinces....

Il Canada è sulla buona strada per la peggiore stagione di incendi di sempre

2023-06-05T20:40+0200marketscreener (it)

Il Canada è sulla buona strada per il peggior anno di distruzione di incendi, poiché si prevede che le condizioni di caldo e di siccità persistano fino alla fine dell'estate, dopo un inizio della stagione degli incendi senza precedenti, hanno detto lunedì i funzionari.

Canada on track for its worst-ever wildfire season

2023-06-05T20:39+0200streetinsider (en)

"The distribution of fires from coast to coast this year is unusual. At this time of the year, fires usually occur only on one side of the country at a time, most often that being in the west," said Michael Norton, an official with Canada 's Natural Resources ministry.

Quebec in ‘difficult situation’ as tally of wildfires keeps rising, Legault says

2023-06-05T20:38+0200globalnews (en)

Quebec will receive help from abroad in the coming days as about 10,000 people have been forced to leave their homes due to raging wildfires, the province’s premier announced Monday. François Legault’s update on the situation comes as the tally rises to 164 wildfires burning across the province, including at least 114 that are out of control.

Number of Quebec Wildfires Rises to 164, at Least 114 Are out of Control

2023-06-05T20:37+0200theepochtimes (en)

Soldiers were set to arrive to help fight forest fires in Quebec Monday as the number of fires continued to rise. There were 164 forest fires burning in Quebec Monday, up from 155 the day before, Kateri Champagne Jourdain, the minister responsible for the province’s Côte-Nord region, told a news conference.

Hazy conditions in Ottawa as wildfire smoke blows across the capital

2023-06-05T20:18+0200cfra (en)

Environment Canada is warning hazy conditions will become widespread smoke near noon Monday due to wildfires. A special air quality statement is in effect for the region cautioning residents of the effects of wildfire smoke over the next couple of days.

Wildfire activity this spring ‘unprecedented,’ federal officials say

2023-06-05T19:54+0200theglobeandmail (en)

The size of the area burned this spring by wildfires is unprecedented and projections show higher-than-normal fire activity will continue through the summer, according to federal projections. Natural Resources Canada released updated data and forecasts Monday showing that as of June 4, Canada has faced 2,214 fires this year and about 3.

Thousands of Quebecers evacuated from their homes as forest fires rage Quebec Premier François Legault is to give an update on the fire situation Monday afternoon.

2023-06-05T19:52+0200calgaryherald (en)

Article content. Quebec Premier François Legault is to give an update on the fire situation Monday afternoon. In the past four days, an area 11 times bigger than the city of Toronto has burned from wildfires across Canada , federal officials said Monday.

UPDATED: Residents, cottagers advised to evacuate Centennial Lake area due to forest fire

2023-06-05T19:39+0200thewhig (en)

Some residents of the Centennial Lake area west of Ottawa have been asked to evacuate their homes and cottages after a fire broke out on an island on the lake Sunday afternoon, then jumped to the mainland. The affected area is located near the village of Matawachan, about 65 kilometres southwest of Renfrew.

A red moon, hazy skies, poor air quality: Toronto is feeling the effects of Quebec wildfires

2023-06-05T19:38+0200TorontoStar (en)

A haze is slowly settling over Toronto as smoke from the Quebec wildfires drifts southward, and Environment Canada is warning people that they could feel its impact over the next few days. “Our modelling shows that this may be an especially severe wildfire season throughout the summer,” Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said in Ottawa on Monday.

Hazy conditions in Ottawa as wildfire smoke blows across the capital

2023-06-05T19:07+0200barrie (en)

Environment Canada is warning hazy conditions will become widespread smoke near noon Monday due to wildfires. A special air quality statement is in effect for the region cautioning residents of the effects of wildfire smoke over the next couple of days.

Poilievre threatens to filibuster budget bill if Liberals don't meet demands

2023-06-05T17:59+0200ctvnews (en)

opinion opinion | Don Martin: The stunning fall of the once-promising Marco Mendicino Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino is a bright former federal prosecutor, who was destined to be a star in Justin Trudeau's cabinet. But in an opinion column on CTVNews.

Smoky conditions expected in Ottawa on Monday

2023-06-05T17:39+0200cfra (en)

Environment Canada is warning hazy conditions will become widespread smoke near noon Monday due to wildfires. A special air quality statement is in effect for the region cautioning residents of the effects of wildfire smoke over the next couple of days.

Smoke from fires prompts air quality statements, smog warnings

2023-06-05T17:31+0200CBC (en)

On June 5, Environment Canada issued special air quality statements (shown in grey) and smog warnings (shown in red) across Ontario and Quebec due to smoke from forest fires. (Environment Canada) Poor air quality is expected across much of eastern Ontario and western Quebec on Monday, and possibly....

Smoky conditions expected in Ottawa on Monday

2023-06-05T17:15+0200barrie (en)

Environment Canada is warning hazy conditions will become widespread smoke near noon Monday due to wildfires. A special air quality statement is in effect for the region cautioning residents of the effects of wildfire smoke over the next couple of days.

Canadian fires bring dangerous air quality to the US, impacting millions of Americans

2023-06-05T16:43+0200mycentraloregon (en)

Wildfire in Crawford County, Mich. — Michigan Department of Natural Resources. (NEW YORK) — Dangerous air quality will be a significant issue for millions of Americans to deal with early this week, as fires continue to spark throughout Canada . Much of that smoke is coming from new wildfires in the Quebec province, according to meteorologists.

Quebec wildfires: How 150 raging blazes are leading to smog warnings for province

2023-06-05T16:33+0200globalnews (en)

Quebec is dealing with more than 150 wildfires — and now people across the province will see hazy, smoky conditions throughout the day Monday. Environment Canada issued widespread smog warnings in the morning, saying “atmospheric conditions could result in a deterioration in air quality.

Forest fires prompt air quality warnings in Montreal, Sept-Îles

2023-06-05T16:10+0200CBC (en)

A firefighter works near Chapais, in northern Quebec, on Friday June 2, 2023 in this image provided by the fire prevention agency known as SOPFEU. (Audrey Marcoux/The Canadian Press/HO-SOPFEU Prevention and Communications) As firefighters rushed to protect communities under threat, more than 160....

Canada travel warning: Everything you need to know about travelling during wildfires

2023-06-05T16:09+0200euronews-en (en)

Wildfires in Canada have led to evacuations and air quality warnings. Here's everything tourists need to know. Unprecedented wildfires have been ravaging Canada’s Atlantic coast since last week. This came after an unusually fierce start to fire season in the west of the country in May.

Man in critical condition after 3-vehicle crash in Weston: paramedics

2023-06-05T15:06+0200barrie (en)

WEATHER WARNING WEATHER WARNING | Smog warning in effect in Montreal due to Quebec wildfires Air quality remains a concern in regions throughout Quebec, including the Greater Montreal area which is currently under a smog warning. Environment and Climate Change Canada issued smog warnings for the....

Smog warning in effect in Montreal due to Quebec wildfires

2023-06-05T14:56+0200ctvnews (en)

Air quality remains a concern in regions throughout Quebec, including the Greater Montreal area which is currently under a smog warning. Environment and Climate Change Canada issued smog warnings for the Greater Montreal Area, and special air quality statements are in effect for large portions of....

Smog warning in effect in Montreal due to Quebec wildfires

2023-06-05T14:54+0200barrie (en)

Air quality remains a concern in regions throughout Quebec, including the Greater Montreal area which is currently under a smog warning. Environment and Climate Change Canada issued smog warnings for the Greater Montreal Area, and special air quality statements are in effect for large portions of....

Are We in a Drought?

2023-06-05T14:33+0200yourerie (en)

Short answer: No. At least not yet. We have not had any rain since May 20th, but the relatively cool weather (except last week) and the smoke from the forest fires in western Canada have all helped temper the evaporation from the soil. We also got help from above average precipitation the first three months of the year.

Winnipeg crews respond to early-morning fire in city's North End

2023-06-05T14:23+0200barrie (en)

Quebec provincial police (SQ) have identified the adult victim of a fishing incident that claimed five lives over the weekend, most of them children. Keven Girard, 37, was among a group of 11 people swept up by the tide late Friday night while fishing along the shore in Portneuf-sur-Mer, a village about 550 kilometres northeast of Montreal.

Police confirm fatal motorcycle crash in Halton Hills, Ont.

2023-06-05T13:35+0200barrie (en)

Paul Bernardo should be returned to a maximum-security prison, the lawyer representing the families of his young murder victims said as he called on the Correctional Service of Canada to be more transparent about what led to his transfer to a medium-security facility in the first place.

Smokey conditions expected in Ottawa on Monday

2023-06-05T13:27+0200barrie (en)

WEATHER WARNING WEATHER WARNING | Smog warning in effect due in Montreal due to Quebec wildfires Air quality remains a concern in regions throughout Quebec, including the Greater Montreal area which is currently under a smog warning. Environment and Climate Change Canada issued smog warnings for the....

Smog warning in effect due in Montreal due to Quebec wildfires

2023-06-05T13:18+0200barrie (en)

Air quality remains a concern in regions throughout Quebec, including the Greater Montreal area which is currently under a smog warning. Environment and Climate Change Canada issued smog warnings for the Greater Montreal Area, and special air quality statements are in effect for large portions of....

People told to evacuate Centennial Lake area west of Ottawa due to forest fire

2023-06-05T13:11+0200CBC (en)

This map shows the location of the forest fire. (Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry) Smog warnings, advisories. Environment Canada says smoke from forest fires in Ontario and Quebec is causing poor air quality in Renfrew County and some surrounding areas. Communities north and east of Gatineau, Que.

Wildfire tally tops 150 as thousands more evacuate northwestern Quebec

2023-06-05T13:03+0200cp24 (en)

Wildfires in northwestern Quebec prompted thousands to evacuate the area over the weekend, as the number of blazes across the province pushed past 150 and firefighters and the military poured into a pair of regions to fight the encroaching flames — even as that threat eased slightly Sunday on the North Shore.

Breaking:: Quebec Fire Department Admits Inability to Manage All Fires

2023-06-05T06:51+0200whatsnew2day (en)

Quebec firefighters say they are unable to contain all of the province’s 153 burning fires. It says it can only attack between 20 and 30 fires at a time until reinforcements arrive. “We are in charge of 35 fires today, compared to 21 yesterday. We have chosen specific fires to protect our critical....

A hot and dry June conducive to wildfires in British Columbia

2023-06-05T05:35+0200thesaxon (en)

Environment Canada meteorologist Matt Loney said it was the first or second hottest May on record for at least 15 stations in Colombia -British. (File photo) In British Columbia, drought, abnormally hot temperatures last month as well as forecasts of hot and dry conditions in June mean “the table....

The CBC news reports that the Quebec Fire Department is unable to contain all fires.

2023-06-05T04:08+0200whatsnew2day (en)

Quebec firefighters say they are unable to contain all of the province’s 143 burning fires. It says it can only attack between 20 and 30 fires at a time until reinforcements arrive. “We are in charge of 35 fires today, compared to 21 yesterday. We have chosen specific fires to protect our critical....

Canadian fires bring dangerous air quality to the US, impacting millions Dry weather and gusty winds in the Midwest have increased the wildfire risk. 6/4/2023 08:18:03 EDT

2023-06-05T02:24+0200ABCnews (en)

Dangerous air quality will be a significant issue for millions of Americans to deal with early this week, as fires continue to spark throughout Canada . Much of that smoke is coming from new wildfires in the Quebec province, according to meteorologists.

Rain in Canada’s east aids mass firefighting effort

2023-06-05T00:23+0200sbc-sc (en)

The arrival of rain to eastern Canada Saturday brought relief to firefighters in Nova Scotia province battling historic wildfires for nearly a week, though the situation in Quebec remained critical. Of the fires threatening Nova Scotia’s provincial capital Halifax, 85 percent have been brought under....

Macron announces France is sending 100 firefighters to Quebec

2023-06-05T00:07+0200ctvnews (en)

France will be sending firefighters to aid Quebec as the province continues to battle massive forest fires. French President Emmanuel Macron tweeted Sunday that France is “united” in the desire to help. “A hundred of our firefighters are preparing to fight the flames alongside their Quebec comrades.

'Canadian friends, reinforcements are coming': France sending 100 firefighters to Quebec, Macron announces

2023-06-04T23:26+0200ctvnews (en)

France will be sending firefighters to aid Quebec as the province continues to battle massive forest fires. French President Emmanuel Macron tweeted Sunday that France is “united” in the desire to help. “A hundred of our firefighters are preparing to fight the flames alongside their Quebec comrades.

Seychelles: Rain in Canada's east aids mass firefighting effort

2023-06-04T21:33+0200seychellesnewsagency (en)

This May 31, 2023, aerial image courtesy of the Nova Scotia Government in Canada , shows the magnitude of the fire in Shelburne County. Firefighters on May 31, faced a grueling uphill battle against wildfires in Canada's Nova Scotia province, including one threatening suburbs of Halifax.

canada Western Quebec wildfires prompt thousands more evacuees to relocate 11 minutes ago

2023-06-04T18:57+0200theglobeandmail (en)

Wildfires in western Quebec have prompted thousands to evacuate the area over the weekend, while the threat of encroaching flames eased slightly on the North Shore as Canadian Armed Forces geared up to fight the threat. Public Security Minister François Bonnardel says some 5,500 residents of the....

Canada to deploy country's armed forces to help extinguish fires in Quebec

2023-06-04T09:53+0200uniindia (en)

Ottawa, June 4 (UNI) Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Sunday that the government would send the country’s armed forces to support the Quebec authorities in extinguishing wildfires in the province. "We’re going to deploy the Canadian armed forces’ members to help support Quebec’s....

Canada to deploy military to help fight Quebec fires: Trudeau

2023-06-04T08:05+0200almayadeen-en (en)

The extent of damage after Quebec was hit hard by wildfires ( AP. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced, on Sunday, that the government would bring in the country’s armed forces to aid the Quebec authorities in extinguishing ongoing wildfires in the province.

Canada to Deploy Country's Armed Forces to Help Extinguish Fires in Quebec - Trudeau

2023-06-04T07:08+0200urdupoint (en)

Canada To Deploy Country's Armed Forces To Help Extinguish Fires In Quebec - Trudeau. MOSCOW (UrduPoint News / Sputnik - 04th June, 2023) Canadian that the government would send the country's armed forces to support the Quebec authorities in extinguishing wildfires in the province.

Rain in Canada's east aids mass firefighting effort

2023-06-04T05:41+0200bssnews (en)

MONTREAL, June 4, 2023 (BSS/AFP) - The arrival of rain to eastern Canada Saturday brought relief to firefighters in Nova Scotia province battling historic wildfires for nearly a week, though the situation in Quebec remained critical. Of the fires threatening Nova Scotia's provincial capital Halifax,....

Forest fires: “It's dangerous, it's critical”, says Jean-Yves Duclos

2023-06-04T03:43+0200thesaxon (en)

A firefighter is busy spreading the last embers at the site of a forest fire in Chapais, northern Quebec. About 150 fires are active in the province. More than 150 forest fires in Quebec, two-thirds of which are not under control: the federal Minister of Health, Jean-Yves Duclos, testified on....

Rain in Canada’s east aids mass firefighting effort

2023-06-04T03:07+0200manilastandard-ph (en)

The arrival of rain to eastern Canada Saturday brought relief to firefighters in Nova Scotia province battling historic wildfires for nearly a week, though the situation in Quebec remained critical. Of the fires threatening Nova Scotia’s provincial capital Halifax, 85 percent have been brought under....

Rain in Canada's east aids mass firefighting effort

2023-06-04T02:53+0200thesundaily (en)

MONTREAL : The arrival of rain to eastern Canada Saturday brought relief to firefighters in Nova Scotia province battling historic wildfires for nearly a week, though the situation in Quebec remained critical. Of the fires threatening Nova Scotia’s provincial capital Halifax, 85 percent have been....

Rain in Canada's east aids mass firefighting effort

2023-06-04T02:42+0200straitstimesSG (en)

MONTREAL - The arrival of rain to eastern Canada on Saturday brought relief to firefighters battling historic wildfires for nearly a week in the province of Nova Scotia, though the situation in Quebec remained critical. Of the fires threatening Nova Scotia’s provincial capital Halifax, 85 per cent....

Fires and other extreme weather events drive up the cost of insurance

2023-06-03T19:36+0200thesaxon (en)

Extreme events like the 2016 wildfire that devastated Fort McMurray drive up insurance costs. (File photo) The wildfires plaguing residents of Alberta and Nova Scotia are part of a larger trend that is driving up the cost of home insurance as extreme weather conditions become more common, observe insurance experts.

Wildfires burning in nearly every province across Canada

2023-06-03T18:56+0200digitaljournal (en)

In Canada ’s worst start to the fire season on record, wildfires are burning in nearly every province across the country. About 200 wildfires are currently burning across the country, and more than half are out of control. Major fires were ongoing in more than half the nation’s provinces as of Friday.

Forest fires in Northern Quebec: Another 2,000 evacuated from their homes

2023-06-03T14:57+0200barrie (en)

A Canadian Bombardier CL-415 Super Scooper firefighting plane drops water during a demonstration for public officials at Van Nuys Airport in Los Angeles Monday, Aug 26, 2013. The aircraft, on lease from Quebec, Canada , arrived in Los Angeles County to bolster the Fire Department’s efforts against wildfires.

Quebec asks for help from the army to fight forest fires

2023-06-03T14:31+0200thesaxon (en)

Over a hundred forest fires are raging in Quebec. More than a hundred forest fires are raging in Quebec, particularly on Côte-Nord and Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean. Quebec's Minister of Public Security has asked Ottawa to send Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) personnel to fight forest fires in the province, particularly on the North Shore .

A helpful guide of words you may hear regarding wildfires | CBC news

2023-06-03T13:57+0200whatsnew2day (en)

With wildfires raging across Canada , some of the strategy and jargon discussed at briefings and on the news can be a mystery to people. Firefighters in different communities sometimes use different terminology for the same phenomenon, which complicates things.

Wildfires in Canada: Why and How

2023-06-03T01:37+0200thesaxon (en)

Aerial view of the wildfire in Shelburne County, Nova Scotia on May 31, 2023. Canada has been facing an exceptional situation for several days with forest fires burning across the country. To better understand this phenomenon, here are some explanations.

Halifax residents board buses to view homes destroyed by wildfires

2023-06-03T01:11+0200taiwannews (en)

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia (AP) — Residents from Canada 's Atlantic Coast city of Halifax whose homes have been destroyed by wildfires boarded buses Friday to get a look at what little remains of where they used to live. About 200 structures, including 151 homes, have been destroyed in the Halifax area, though those numbers could change.

Bird dog aircraft, duff and fire whirls: Your guide to wildfire fighting terms and techniques

2023-06-03T00:37+0200CBC (en)

With wildfires raging throughout Canada , some of the strategy and lingo discussed at briefings and on the news can be a mystery to people. Firefighters in different communities sometimes use different terminology for the same phenomenon, complicating matters.

Evening Update: Hundreds more international firefighters coming to Canada’s aid

2023-06-02T23:43+0200theglobeandmail (en)

Good evening, let’s start with today’s top stories: Hundreds more international firefighters coming to Canada aid. Over the next two weeks, nearly 700 firefighters from South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and the United States will be joining the more than 500 international firefighters already in....

canada Quebec north shore city declares state of emergency as forest fires multiply 31 seconds ago

2023-06-02T18:26+0200theglobeandmail (en)

A city on Quebec’s north shore has declared a state of emergency as forest fires rage in the vicinity. Sept-Îles Mayor Steeve Beaupré says certain sectors of the city have been ordered to evacuate by 4 p.m. today as a preventive measure, with an emergency shelter set up in nearby Port-Cartier.

How does France's new wildfire risk forecast work? Where can I see it?

2023-06-02T16:16+0200connexionfrance (en)

France has launched a new forest fire map that will give daily updates on the areas of the country most susceptible to blazes. President Emmanuel Macron was in the Gard department on Friday (June 2) to publicise the new tool, which will be available until the end of September.

Record wildfire emissions amid high temperatures – Copernicus

2023-06-02T13:34+0200thenational (en)

High temperatures and dry weather have led to a rising number of wildfires in spring, leading to record emissions, new climate data has revealed. The Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service , which tracks the intensity of wildfires and their emissions in the atmosphere, has reported an “unusually” high number of fires for the time of year.

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2023-06-02T11:08+0200energiaoltre (it)

L’Istituto Comprensivo “V. Alfieri” di Laurenzana, con il suo plesso di Calvello, è stato invece protagonista del progetto “Che continente 6?” pensato da Eniscuola per 6 scuole di cinque territori: Roma, Gela, Calvello, Brindisi e Ravenna. Al centro del progetto, “6inond@ web tv” e “Che continente....

Canada: fires burn out of control as thousands of people forced to evacuate

2023-06-02T09:43+0200yourweather (en)

Canada : fires burn out of control as thousands of people forced to evacuate. Nearly 20,000 people have had to evacuate their homes in Nova Scotia, in eastern Canada, after one of the many fires ravaging the country threatened the city of Halifax. Meteored France 02/06/2023 08:00 4 min.

Canada: Government invests in fighting forest fires

2023-06-02T09:23+0200tellerreport (en)

2023-06-02T07:22:04.451Z. Highlights: The fire situation is not improving in Canada , far from it. Several major fires are ravaging forests and the situation is at risk of further deterioration. The Canadian government has just released funds to help combat the situation on the ground.

Eastern Canada in the grip of heat wave and fires

2023-06-02T05:34+0200tellerreport (en)

2023-06-02T03:33:08.942Z. Highlights: Eastern Canada suffocated Thursday, June 1 due to an extreme heat wave, raising fears of a resurgence of forest fires. In total, more than 210 fires are currently active in the country, 82 of which are out of control. More than 2.

Climate change fuelling N.S. wildfires say ecologists, climate activists

2023-06-02T01:59+0200CBC (en)

Ecologists and climate change activists are urging officials to recognize the links between Nova Scotia's wildfires and climate change. An out-of-control wildfire in Shelburne County is the largest on record in the province, and additional fires have started in the area.

Incendi, roghi significativi in primavera nell’emisfero settentrionale

2023-06-02T01:53+0200ildenaro (it)

(Adnkronos) – Durante la primavera 2023 nell’emisfero settentrionale diverse regioni del mondo sono state colpite da incendi boschivi significativi, alcuni dei quali hanno superato livelli record. Gli episodi in Spagna, Canada e Russia sono stati particolarmente rilevanti per questo periodo dell’anno.

Forest fires break out unusually early this year

2023-06-02T01:51+0200vikendi (en)

The northern hemisphere was already heavily affected by forest fires this spring. Record emissions were recorded in several regions such as Valencia (Spain) and in parts of Canada . The fires started very early this year. “Since March 23, the scientists from CAMS have been able to record significant....

No immediate concern for Cat Lake First Nation despite large forest fire burning nearby

2023-06-01T23:08+0200CBC (en)

Smoke from northwestern Ontario forest fires wafts over Thunder Bay on Thursday. The region is currently under a restricted fire zone due to high fire hazard. (Marc Doucette/CBC) Despite a very large forest fire burning just 100 metres to the north, there's no immediate concern for Cat Lake First Nation, the chief says.

Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Fortress of Louisbourg close off travel, activities within wooded areas

2023-06-01T22:42+0200saltwire (en)

While day use parks in the Cape Breton Highlands National Park will be open, all of the park's trails, and all forested areas, barrens and backcountry will be closed to visitors as a preventive measure from any more wildfire activity. CONTRIBUTED/PARKS CANADA. LOUISBOURG, N.S.

Firefighters from U.S., South Africa to help battle Canada's 'unprecedented' fires

2023-06-01T21:07+0200cp24 (en)

OTTAWA - More than 300 firefighters from the United States and South Africa are heading to Canada in the coming days as the country battles an unprecedented wildfire season that has forced tens of thousands of people to flee their homes so far this year.

Most of Ontario is under a fire ban amid forest fire risks. Here’s what you need to know

2023-06-01T20:32+0200cp24 (en)

A large part of Ontario is under a provincial fire ban due to high risk of forest fires. As of June 1, most northeastern and northwestern regions of the province have been placed within a Restricted Fire Zone (RFZ), meaning that open fires and the burning of grass or debris are temporarily banned.

Most of Ontario is under a fire ban amid forest fire risks. Here’s what you need to know

2023-06-01T20:16+0200barrie (en)

A large part of Ontario is under a provincial fire ban due to high risk of forest fires. As of June 1, most northeastern and northwestern regions of the province have been placed within a Restricted Fire Zone (RFZ), meaning that open fires and the burning of grass or debris are temporarily banned.

Burn bans in effect in Ottawa and Pembroke, air quality advisory in Kingston area

2023-06-01T19:44+0200barrie (en)

Burn bans and air quality advisories are in effect for several areas of eastern Ontario, as hot and humid weather grips the region. Temperatures surpassed 30 C in Ottawa, Cornwall, Brockville, Renfrew and Pembroke on Thursday afternoon. A heat warning is in effect for the city of Ottawa and Prescott-Russell.

Firefighters in east Canada battle 'unprecedented' blazes

2023-06-01T17:19+0200seychellesnewsagency (en)

) - Firefighters on Wednesday faced a grueling uphill battle against wildfires in Canada 's Nova Scotia province, including one threatening suburbs of Halifax. Federal help was coming, officials said, along with firefighters from the United States. "We're in a crisis in the province and we want and....

Firefighters from U.S., South Africa to help battle Canada's 'unprecedented' fires 0 6/1/2023 6:53:20 AM

2023-06-01T17:12+0200tricitynews (en)

OTTAWA — More than 300 firefighters from the United States and South Africa are heading to Canada in the coming days as the country battles an unprecedented wildfire season that has forced tens of thousands of people to flee their homes so far this year.

EU Atmospheric Service report: Northern Hemisphere wildfires exceptional this year

2023-06-01T16:43+0200tellerreport (en)

2023-06-01T14:42:14.996Z. Highlights: EU's Copernicus reports record fire emissions in the northern hemisphere. Record levels of carbon emissions were recorded in Spain. In Canada , one of the highest emission levels ever recorded was recorded in May. The risk of forest fires has been exacerbated "by....

Incendi, roghi significativi in primavera nell’emisfero settentrionale

2023-06-01T16:42+0200quotidianodifoggia (it)

(Adnkronos) – Durante la primavera 2023 nell'emisfero settentrionale diverse regioni del mondo sono state colpite da incendi boschivi significativi, alcuni dei quali hanno superato livelli record. Gli episodi in Spagna, Canada e Russia sono stati particolarmente rilevanti per questo periodo dell'anno.

Incendi, roghi significativi in primavera nell’emisfero settentrionale

2023-06-01T16:40+0200Quotidianodibari (it)

(Adnkronos) – Durante la primavera 2023 nell'emisfero settentrionale diverse regioni del mondo sono state colpite da incendi boschivi significativi, alcuni dei quali hanno superato livelli record. Gli episodi in Spagna, Canada e Russia sono stati particolarmente rilevanti per questo periodo dell'anno.

Photos: ‘Unprecedented’ wildfires on Canada’s Atlantic coast

2023-06-01T16:37+0200aljazeera-en (en)

Firefighting aircraft from New Brunswick makes a pass over a fire near Barrington Lake, Nova Scotia, Canada [Handout: Nova Scotia Government via AFP] Wildfires that have already forced thousands in the eastern Canadian province of Nova Scotia to evacuate continued to burn on Thursday, causing poor....

Firefighters in east Canada battle ‘unprecedented’ blazes

2023-06-01T16:29+0200sbc-sc (en)

Firefighters on Wednesday faced a grueling uphill battle against wildfires in Canada ’s Nova Scotia province, including one threatening suburbs of Halifax. Federal help was coming, officials said, along with firefighters from the United States. “We’re in a crisis in the province and we want and we....

Firefighters from U.S., South Africa to help battle Canada's 'unprecedented' fires

2023-06-01T16:28+0200princegeorgecitizen (en)

OTTAWA — More than 300 firefighters from the United States and South Africa are heading to Canada in the coming days as the country battles an unprecedented wildfire season that has forced tens of thousands of people to flee their homes so far this year.

Firefighters from U.S., South Africa to help battle Canada's 'unprecedented' fires 6/1/2023 6:53:20 AM

2023-06-01T16:25+0200timescolonist (en)

OTTAWA — More than 300 firefighters from the United States and South Africa are heading to Canada in the coming days as the country battles an unprecedented wildfire season that has forced tens of thousands of people to flee their homes so far this year.

Incendi, roghi significativi in primavera nell'emisfero settentrionale

2023-06-01T16:25+0200247libero (it)

Secondo il Servizio di Monitoraggio dell’Atmosfera di Copernicus, gli episodi in Spagna, Canada e Russia sono stati particolarmente rilevanti per questo periodo dell'anno Durante la primavera 2023 nell'emisfero settentrionale diverse regioni del mondo sono state colpite da incendi boschivi....

Incendi, roghi significativi in primavera nell'emisfero settentrionale

2023-06-01T16:18+0200vivereancona (it)

1' di lettura Vivere Italia 01/06/2023 - (Adnkronos) - Durante la primavera 2023 nell'emisfero settentrionale diverse regioni del mondo sono state colpite da incendi boschivi significativi, alcuni dei quali hanno superato livelli record. Gli episodi in Spagna, Canada e Russia sono stati particolarmente rilevanti per questo periodo dell'anno.

Incendi, roghi significativi in primavera nell'emisfero settentrionale

2023-06-01T16:06+0200adnkronos (it)

Secondo il Servizio di Monitoraggio dell’Atmosfera di Copernicus, gli episodi in Spagna, Canada e Russia sono stati particolarmente rilevanti per questo periodo dell'anno Durante la primavera 2023 nell'emisfero settentrionale diverse regioni del mondo sono state colpite da incendi boschivi....

L’estate deve ancora arrivare ma è già record di emissioni a causa degli incendi in Spagna e Canada

2023-06-01T15:40+0200greenme (it)

Dalla Spagna alla Russia passando per il Canada , in queste settimane diverse regioni sono state colpite da allarmanti incendi boschivi (di proporzioni insolite per il periodo). Il Servizio di Monitoraggio dell’Atmosfera di Copernicus ha monitorato la loro intensità di quegli incendi e arriva a un....

Innisfil hosts flag-raising ceremony in celebration of Pride month

2023-06-01T15:01+0200barrie (en)

Innisfil is kicking off Pride month by raising the Pride flag Friday afternoon. In 2021, the town bolstered its support for Pride heritage by installing the Pride crosswalk to honour and welcome people in the community. “This a great step forward in recognizing the Town’s focus on diversity, equity....

In primavera emissioni di carbonio record a causa degli incendi boschivi

2023-06-01T14:57+0200energiaoltre (it)

In primavera l’emisfero settentrionale ha registrato i primi dati record relativi alle emissioni causate da incendi. Il rischio di incendi è stato esacerbato dalle alte temperature e dalle condizioni di siccità che hanno colpito il continente durante l’inverno precedente. Ecco cosa dice il report Copernicus.

Firefighters in east Canada battle ‘unprecedented’...

2023-06-01T14:18+0200TheFrontierPost-en (en)

by The Frontier Post TORONTO (AFP): Firefighters on Wednesday faced a grueling uphill battle against wildfires in Canada ’s Nova Scotia province, including one threatening suburbs of Halifax. Federal help was coming, officials said, along with firefighters from the United States.

Copernicus: in Primavera dati record per le emissioni da incendi nell’emisfero settentrionale

2023-06-01T14:03+0200meteoweb (it)

La stagione degli incendi boschivi nell’ emisfero settentrionale ha avuto un inizio precoce, con incendi boschivi significativi in Spagna durante il mese di marzo. Dal 23 marzo, gli scienziati del CAMS hanno rilevato una significativa attività di incendi boschivi in diverse regioni della Spagna ,....

In primavera dati record per le emissioni da incendi nell’emisfero settentrionale

2023-06-01T13:49+0200greenreport (it)

Il Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS) ha monitorato l’intensità degli incendi e le loro emissioni nell’atmosfera e ha presentato un rapporto sulle condizioni attuali, prima dell’inizio dell’estate boreale, dal quale emerge che «Durante la primavera 2023 nell’emisfero settentrionale....

Ambiente: record emissioni incendi emisfero settentrionale in primavera (Copernicus)

2023-06-01T13:31+0200mediaset (it)

MILANO (MF-NW)--Durante la primavera del 2023 nell'emisfero settentrionale, diverse regioni del mondo sono state colpite da incendi significativi. Gli episodi in Spagna, Canada e Russia sono stati particolarmente rilevanti per questo periodo dell'anno.

Copernicus: in Primavera, nell'emisfero settentrionale emissioni record causate da incendi

2023-06-01T12:28+0200greencity-it (it)

Durante la primavera 2023 nell'emisfero settentrionale diverse regioni del mondo sono state colpite da incendi boschivi significativi, alcuni dei quali hanno persino superato livelli record. Il Servizio di Monitoraggio dell’Atmosfera di Copernicus (Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service - CAMS) ha....

Eastern Canada struggles to bring wildfires under control

2023-06-01T12:00+0200GulfDailyNews (en)

Wildfires that have already forced thousands in Canada 's Nova Scotia province to evacuate were threatening communities on the outskirts of Halifax on Wednesday and causing poor air quality hundreds of miles away as smoke drifted across the US border. Dozens of firefighters and several water bombers....

Canada: Firefighters battling 'unprecedented' blazes

2023-06-01T11:52+0200nationalheraldindia (en)

Wildfires in the Nova Scotia province posed a daunting challenge on Wednesday, as dozens of firefighters and multiple water bombers battled two uncontrollable blazes northwest of downtown Halifax. These wildfires, which have already displaced thousands of residents, continued to endanger....

Canada: Firefighters battling 'unprecedented' blazes

2023-06-01T11:06+0200deutschewelle-ha (en)

The two blazes — known as the Tantallon Fire and the Bedford Fire — threatened the provincial capital of Nova Scotia Image: Eric Martyn/REUTERS posed a daunting challenge on Wednesday, as dozens of firefighters and multiple water bombers battled two uncontrollable blazes northwest of downtown Halifax.

Canada: Firefighters battling 'unprecedented' blazes

2023-06-01T10:42+0200deutschewelle-en (en)

The two blazes — known as the Tantallon Fire and the Bedford Fire — threatened the provincial capital of Nova Scotia Image: Eric Martyn/REUTERS posed a daunting challenge on Wednesday, as dozens of firefighters and multiple water bombers battled two uncontrollable blazes northwest of downtown Halifax.

Canada: Firefighters fight 'unprecedented' wildfires

2023-06-01T08:14+0200tellerreport (en)

2023-06-01T06:11:47.146Z. Highlights: 14 forest fires raged in the eastern Canadian province of Nova Scotia on Wednesday. More than 200 homes and other structures have already been damaged or destroyed. Canada 's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau described the situation as "heartbreaking" and promised unlimited aid.

Firefighters in east Canada battle 'unprecedented' blazes

2023-06-01T05:58+0200bssnews (en)

OTTAWA, June 1, 2023 (BSS/AFP) - Firefighters on Wednesday faced a grueling uphill battle against wildfires in Canada 's Nova Scotia province, including one threatening suburbs of Halifax. Federal help was coming, officials said, along with firefighters from the United States.

Firefighters in east Canada battle 'unprecedented' blazes

2023-06-01T05:36+0200urdupoint (en)

Ottawa, June 1 (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 1st Jun, 2023 ) :Firefighters on Wednesday faced a grueling uphill battle against wildfires in Canada 's Nova Scotia province, including one threatening suburbs of "We're in a crisis in the province and we want and we need and we will take all the....

Eastern Canada struggles to bring wildfires under control

2023-06-01T05:03+0200inquirer (en)

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia — Wildfires that have already forced thousands in Canada ’s Nova Scotia province to evacuate were threatening communities on the outskirts of Halifax on Wednesday and causing poor air quality hundreds of miles away as smoke drifted across the U.S. border.

Firefighters in east Canada battle ‘unprecedented’ blazes

2023-06-01T04:15+0200themalaymailonline (en)

Ottawa, June 1 — Firefighters yesterday faced a gruelling uphill battle against wildfires in Canada ’s Nova Scotia province, including one threatening suburbs of Halifax. “We’re in a crisis in the province and we want and we need and we will take all the support we can get,” Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston told a news conference.

Firefighters in east Canada battle ‘unprecedented’ blazes

2023-06-01T04:12+0200malaymail (en)

Ottawa, June 1 — Firefighters yesterday faced a gruelling uphill battle against wildfires in Canada ’s Nova Scotia province, including one threatening suburbs of Halifax. “We’re in a crisis in the province and we want and we need and we will take all the support we can get,” Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston told a news conference.

Firefighters in East Canada battle ‘unprecedented’ blazes

2023-06-01T03:54+0200newsnow-co-uk (en)

Firefighters on Wednesday faced a grueling uphill battle against wildfires in Canada ’s Nova Scotia province, including one threatening suburbs of Halifax. Federal help was coming, officials said, along with firefighters from the United States. “We’re in a crisis in the province and we want and we....

'Unprecedented' fires in Eastern Canada: thousands evacuate

2023-06-01T03:54+0200tellerreport (en)

2023-06-01T01:52:06.375Z. Highlights: Thousands of residents around Halifax, in eastern Canada , have had to evacuate their homes due to "unprecedented" wildfires. As of Wednesday, 14 wildfires were active in Nova Scotia, three of which were considered out of control.

Firefighters In East Canada Battle 'Unprecedented' Blazes

2023-06-01T03:13+0200ibtimes (en)

Firefighters with Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency work to put out fires in the Tantallon area of Nova Scotia AFP. Firefighters on Wednesday faced a grueling uphill battle against wildfires in Canada 's Nova Scotia province, including one threatening suburbs of Halifax.

Firefighters in east Canada battle ‘unprecedented’ blazes

2023-06-01T02:59+0200heraldsun (en)

Federal help was coming, officials said, along with firefighters from the United States. "We're in a crisis in the province and we want and we need and we will take all the support we can get," Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston told a news conference. "These fires are unprecedented.

Firefighters in east Canada battle ‘unprecedented’ blazes

2023-06-01T02:32+0200thesundaily (en)

OTTAWA : Firefighters on Wednesday faced a grueling uphill battle against wildfires in Canada ’s Nova Scotia province, including one threatening suburbs of Halifax. Federal help was coming, officials said, along with firefighters from the United States.

Firefighters in east Canada battle ‘unprecedented’ blazes

2023-06-01T02:30+0200digitaljournal (en)

Firefighters on Wednesday faced a grueling uphill battle against wildfires in Canada ’s Nova Scotia province, including one threatening suburbs of Halifax. Federal help was coming, officials said, along with firefighters from the United States. “We’re in a crisis in the province and we want and we....

01/06/2023 Firefighters in east Canada battle 'unprecedented' blazes

2023-06-01T02:27+0200rfi-en (en)

Federal help was coming, officials said, along with firefighters from the United States. "We're in a crisis in the province and we want and we need and we will take all the support we can get," Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston told a news conference. "These fires are unprecedented.

Firefighters in east Canada battle 'unprecedented' blazes

2023-06-01T02:14+0200mb-com-ph (en)

OTTAWA, Canada - F irefighters on Wednesday faced a grueling uphill battle against wildfires in Canada's Nova Scotia province, including one threatening suburbs of Halifax. Federal help was coming, officials said, along with firefighters from the United States.

16,000 people evacuated on Canada’s east coast

2023-06-01T01:50+0200vikendi (en)

In the eastern Canadian province of Nova Scotia, more than 16,000 people have had to evacuate their homes in the city of Halifax because of a forest fire. The authorities announced this on Monday after the state of emergency had been declared on Sunday evening.

Raging wildfire empties homes in eastern Canada, pollutes air in US

2023-06-01T00:39+0200japantoday (en)

Canadian fire officials warned on Wednesday gusty winds and low humidity could fuel a raging wildfire in Halifax that has forced thousands to evacuate while causing poor air quality hundreds of miles away in the U.S. The blaze, dubbed the Tantallon Fire, in the eastern Canadian city of Halifax, grew....

Eastern Canada struggles to bring wildfires under control

2023-05-31T22:54+0200reuters (en)

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, May 31 (Reuters) - Wildfires that have already forced thousands in the eastern Canadian province of Nova Scotia to evacuate continued to rage on Wednesday, causing poor air quality hundreds of miles away as smoke drifted south across the U.S. border.

Eastern Canada struggles to bring wildfires under control

2023-05-31T22:48+02004-traders (en)

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia (Reuters) - Canadian fire officials warned on Wednesday gusty winds and low humidity could fuel a raging wildfire in Halifax that has forced thousands to evacuate while causing poor air quality hundreds of miles away in the U.S. The blaze, dubbed the Tantallon Fire, in the....

Unseasonable temperatures prompt special weather statement for most of N.B.

2023-05-31T21:18+0200CBC (en)

A period of unseasonably warm weather is forecast for most of New Brunswick for Wednesday and Thursday. According to a special weather statement issued by Environment Canada , the expected highs and lows will be 10 to 12 degrees above normal. A cold front is expected to arrive Friday, bringing cooler temperatures and rain.

Canada Wildfire | What's causing forest fires in Canada

2023-05-31T19:55+0200wn (en)

Canada Wildfire Whats causing forest fires in Canada ......

Hornpayne prepares for emergency situation as forest fire burns nearby

2023-05-31T19:03+0200CBC (en)

The town of Hornepayne in northwestern Ontario is preparing for an "emergency situation" as a large forest fire burns nearby, the mayor said. Wawa 3 is about 4,800 hectares in size, and burning close to Highway 631, about 60 kilometres south of Hornepayne. The fire has led to Highway 631 being temporarily closed a few times in recent days.

Raging wildfire empties homes in eastern Canada, pollutes air in US

2023-05-31T18:06+02004-traders (en)

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia (Reuters) - Canadian fire officials warned on Wednesday gusty winds and low humidity could fuel a raging wildfire in Halifax that has forced thousands to evacuate while causing poor air quality hundreds of miles away in the U.S. The blaze, dubbed the Tantallon Fire, in the....

Wildfire in Canada's Halifax stoked by wind gusts, low humidity

2023-05-31T17:15+0200straitstimesSG (en)

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia - Canadian fire officials warned on Wednesday gusty winds and low humidity could fuel a raging wildfire in Halifax that has forced thousands to evacuate while causing poor air quality hundreds of kilometres away in the United States.

Dry, Gusty Winds In Eastern Canada Stoke Halifax Wildfire

2023-05-31T17:12+0200ibtimes (en)

Smoke from the Tantallon wildfire rises over houses in nearby Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada , May 28, 2023. Reuters. Canadian fire officials warned on Wednesday gusty winds and low humidity could fuel a raging wildfire in Halifax that has forced thousands to evacuate while causing poor air quality hundreds of miles away in the U.

Wildfire in Canada's Halifax stoked by wind gusts, low humidity By Eric Martyn HALIFAX, Nova Scotia (Reuters) - Canadian fire officials warned on Wednesday gusty winds and low humidity coul... 28m ago

2023-05-31T16:55+0200wkzo (en)

By Eric Martyn. HALIFAX, Nova Scotia (Reuters) – Canadian fire officials warned on Wednesday gusty winds and low humidity could fuel a raging wildfire in Halifax that has forced thousands to evacuate while causing poor air quality hundreds of miles away in the U.S.

Wildfire in Canada's Halifax stoked by wind gusts, low humidity By Eric Martyn HALIFAX, Nova Scotia (Reuters) - Canadian fire officials warned on Wednesday gusty winds and low humidity could fuel a raging wildfire ... 30m ago

2023-05-31T16:54+0200whbl (en)

By Eric Martyn. HALIFAX, Nova Scotia (Reuters) – Canadian fire officials warned on Wednesday gusty winds and low humidity could fuel a raging wildfire in Halifax that has forced thousands to evacuate while causing poor air quality hundreds of miles away in the U.S.

Wildfire in Canada's Halifax stoked by wind gusts, low humidity By Eric Martyn HALIFAX, Nova Scotia (Reuters) - Canadian fire officials warned on Wednesday gusty winds and low humidity could fuel a raging wildfire ... 21m ago

2023-05-31T16:47+0200wsau (en)

By Eric Martyn. HALIFAX, Nova Scotia (Reuters) – Canadian fire officials warned on Wednesday gusty winds and low humidity could fuel a raging wildfire in Halifax that has forced thousands to evacuate while causing poor air quality hundreds of miles away in the U.S.

Wildfire in Canada's Halifax Stoked by Wind Gusts, Low Humidity

2023-05-31T16:35+0200usnews (en)

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia (Reuters) - Canadian fire officials warned on Wednesday gusty winds and low humidity could fuel a raging wildfire in Halifax that has forced thousands to evacuate while causing poor air quality hundreds of miles away in the U.S. The blaze, dubbed the Tantallon Fire, in the....

Wildfire in Canada's Halifax stoked by wind gusts, low humidity

2023-05-31T16:26+0200reuters (en)

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, May 31 (Reuters) - Canadian fire officials warned on Wednesday gusty winds and low humidity could fuel a raging wildfire in Halifax that has forced thousands to evacuate while causing poor air quality hundreds of miles away in the U.S.

Wildfire in Canada's Halifax stoked by wind gusts, low humidity

2023-05-31T16:24+02004-traders (en)

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia (Reuters) - Canadian fire officials warned on Wednesday gusty winds and low humidity could fuel a raging wildfire in Halifax that has forced thousands to evacuate while causing poor air quality hundreds of miles away in the U.S. The blaze, dubbed the Tantallon Fire, in the....

Wildfire in Canada's Halifax stoked by wind gusts, low humidity

2023-05-31T16:23+0200streetinsider (en)

By Eric Martyn. HALIFAX, Nova Scotia (Reuters) - Canadian fire officials warned on Wednesday gusty winds and low humidity could fuel a raging wildfire in Halifax that has forced thousands to evacuate while causing poor air quality hundreds of miles away in the U.S.

Evacuation order issued in Novia Scotia, Canada, after new wildfire

2023-05-31T13:42+0200GulfDailyNews (en)

Canadian emergency officials issued a mandatory evacuation order for parts of Bedford, Nova Scotia, after authorities noted a new wildfire and the potential for an ammonia leak in the area, CBC News reported on Tuesday. This comes after the declaration late Sunday of a state of local emergency for....

Evacuation order issued in Novia Scotia, Canada, after new wildfire -CBC News

2023-05-31T09:07+0200fijitimes (en)

(Reuters) – Canadian emergency officials issued a mandatory evacuation order for parts of Bedford, Nova Scotia, after authorities noted a new wildfire and the potential for an ammonia leak in the area, CBC News reported on Tuesday. This comes after the declaration late Sunday of a state of local....

Evacuation order issued in Novia Scotia, Canada, after new wildfire

2023-05-31T08:56+0200bna-en (en)

Nova Scotia, May 31 (BNA): Canadian emergency officials issued a mandatory evacuation order for parts of Bedford, Nova Scotia, after authorities noted a new wildfire and the potential for an ammonia leak in the area, CBC News reported on Tuesday. This comes after the declaration late Sunday of a....

Canada Issues Evacuation Order After New Wildfire, Potential Ammonia Leak

2023-05-31T05:58+0200ndtvnews (en)

Canada : Canadian emergency officials issued a mandatory evacuation order for parts of Bedford, Nova Scotia, after authorities noted a new wildfire and the potential for an ammonia leak in the area, CBC News reported on Tuesday. This comes after the declaration late Sunday of a state of local....

Evacuation order issued in Nova Scotia, Canada, after new wildfire–CBC News

2023-05-31T04:53+0200inquirer (en)

Canadian emergency officials issued a mandatory evacuation order for parts of Bedford, Nova Scotia, after authorities noted a new wildfire and the potential for an ammonia leak in the area, CBC News reported on Tuesday. This comes after the declaration late Sunday of a state of local emergency for....

Evacuation order issued in Novia Scotia, Canada, after new wildfire -CBC News 53m ago

2023-05-31T03:53+0200wkzo (en)

(Reuters) – Canadian emergency officials issued a mandatory evacuation order for parts of Bedford, Nova Scotia, after authorities noted a new wildfire and the potential for an ammonia leak in the area, CBC News reported on Tuesday. This comes after the declaration late Sunday of a state of local....

Evacuation order issued in Novia Scotia, Canada, after new wildfire -CBC News (Reuters) - Canadian emergency officials issued a mandatory evacuation order for parts of Bedford, Nova Scotia, after authorities noted a new wildfire... 43m ago

2023-05-31T03:45+0200whbl (en)

(Reuters) – Canadian emergency officials issued a mandatory evacuation order for parts of Bedford, Nova Scotia, after authorities noted a new wildfire and the potential for an ammonia leak in the area, CBC News reported on Tuesday. This comes after the declaration late Sunday of a state of local....

Evacuation order issued in Novia Scotia, Canada, after new wildfire -CBC News (Reuters) - Canadian emergency officials issued a mandatory evacuation order for parts of Bedford, Nova Scotia, after authorities noted a new wildfire... 34m ago

2023-05-31T03:34+0200kelo (en)

(Reuters) – Canadian emergency officials issued a mandatory evacuation order for parts of Bedford, Nova Scotia, after authorities noted a new wildfire and the potential for an ammonia leak in the area, CBC News reported on Tuesday. This comes after the declaration late Sunday of a state of local....

Evacuation order issued in Novia Scotia, Canada, after new wildfire -CBC News (Reuters) - Canadian emergency officials issued a mandatory evacuation order for parts of Bedford, Nova Scotia, after authorities noted a new wildfire... 32m ago

2023-05-31T03:33+0200wsau (en)

(Reuters) – Canadian emergency officials issued a mandatory evacuation order for parts of Bedford, Nova Scotia, after authorities noted a new wildfire and the potential for an ammonia leak in the area, CBC News reported on Tuesday. This comes after the declaration late Sunday of a state of local....

Evacuation Order Issued in Novia Scotia, Canada, After New Wildfire -CBC News

2023-05-31T03:08+0200usnews (en)

FILE PHOTO: Smoke from the Tantallon wildfire rises over houses in nearby Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada , May 28, 2023. REUTERS/Eric Martyn Reuters (Reuters) - Canadian emergency officials issued a mandatory evacuation order for parts of Bedford, Nova Scotia, after authorities noted a new wildfire....

Evacuation order issued in Novia Scotia, Canada, after new wildfire – CBC News

2023-05-31T03:00+0200rappler (en)

Crews are tackling the fire reported at a Farmers Dairy building off Hammonds Plains Road, Halifax Mayor Mike Savage says. Canadian emergency officials issued a mandatory evacuation order for parts of Bedford, Nova Scotia, after authorities noted a new wildfire and the potential for an ammonia leak....

Evacuation order issued in Novia Scotia, Canada, after new wildfire -CBC News

2023-05-31T03:00+02004-traders (en)

(Reuters) - Canadian emergency officials issued a mandatory evacuation order for parts of Bedford, Nova Scotia, after authorities noted a new wildfire and the potential for an ammonia leak in the area, CBC News reported on Tuesday. This comes after the declaration late Sunday of a state of local....

Evacuation order issued in Novia Scotia, Canada, after new wildfire -CBC News

2023-05-31T03:00+0200streetinsider (en)

Get instant alerts when news breaks on your stocks. Claim your 1-week free trial to StreetInsider Premium (Reuters) - Canadian emergency officials issued a mandatory evacuation order for parts of Bedford, Nova Scotia, after authorities noted a new wildfire and the potential for an ammonia leak in the area, CBC News reported on Tuesday.

P.E.I. communities meet to discuss fire safety in wake of Maritime wildfires

2023-05-31T00:09+0200CBC (en)

Some Islanders are asking for more communication from officials about what they can do to reduce the risk of wildfires, as forest fires continue in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. On Tuesday morning, about two dozen people attended a public meeting in Cavendish, P.E.I., with municipal staff and officials from Parks Canada .

P.E.I. adds campfires and bonfires to list of banned outdoor burning

2023-05-30T22:25+0200CBC (en)

Campfires and bonfires, including those in backyard pits, are now included in P.E.I.'s ban on outdoor burning. Steven Myers, the province's minister of environment, energy and climate action, signed a ministerial order Tuesday banning all fires on private property and at provincial parks and campgrounds until further notice.

'It is critical that New Brunswickers remain vigilant': Wildfire still out of control in Charlotte County, N.B.

2023-05-30T21:04+0200barrie (en)

Crews in New Brunswick continued to battle a wildfire in the Stein Lake area of Charlotte County Tuesday. “The fire continues to be considered out of control, although firefighters and water bombers were able to do a lot of work yesterday to contain the blaze,” said Public Safety Minister Kris Austin.

Wildfire in Halifax, Canada leads to evacuation orders for thousands of homes

2023-05-30T19:17+0200inquirer (en)

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia – A wildfire in the eastern Canadian city of Halifax led to mandatory evacuation orders for thousands of homes, and officials said residents will not be not allowed to return until advised by municipal authorities. Halifax Mayor Mike Savage said the evacuations impacted about 18,000 people.

LA CORRUZIONE DELLA SCIENZA DEL CLIMA

2023-05-30T13:13+0200247libero (it)

Le varie catastrofi (come gli incendi boschivi e le inondazioni) dimostrano che manca una coscienza ecologica e un approccio responsabile alla natura. Ciò che emerge chiaramente da questo articolo molto interessante e ben approfondito è che oggi vengono ignorati i fattori essenziali che si....

N.L. sends two water bombers, crews to help fight Nova Scotia forest fires

2023-05-30T12:52+0200thechronicleherald (en)

ST. JOHN'S, N.L. — The provincial government has sent two air tankers to Nova Scotia for a period of one to three days to assist in the effort to stop out-of-control wildfires in Upper Tantallon, a suburban community within the Halifax Regional Municipality, and in Shelburne in the southwestern portion of the province.

Wildfires like the one near Halifax are monsters. Does Canada have the firefighters we’ll need to battle more of them?

2023-05-30T11:38+0200TorontoStar (en)

Fighting a wind-whipped fire, like the blaze threatening homes and residents on the outskirts of Halifax, is like going into battle against a monster. It’s tempestuous and utterly unpredictable, says Dave Cowan, a trainer of forest, or “wildfire” firefighters who has spent a long career facing down nature’s infernos.

Canada wildfire forces 18,000 evacuations

2023-05-30T09:57+0200GulfDailyNews (en)

A wildfire in the eastern Canadian city of Halifax led to mandatory evacuation orders for thousands of homes, and officials said residents will not be allowed to return until advised by municipal authorities. Halifax Mayor Mike Savage said the evacuations impacted about 18,000 people.

Canada wildfire leads to evacuation orders for thousands of homes

2023-05-30T05:38+0200bdnews24 (en)

A wildfire in the eastern Canadian city of Halifax led to mandatory evacuation orders for thousands of homes, and officials said residents will not be not allowed to return until advised by municipal authorities. Halifax Mayor Mike Savage said the evacuations impacted about 18,000 people.

N.L. sends two water bombers, crews to help fight Halifax forest fire

2023-05-30T02:46+0200thechronicleherald (en)

ST. JOHN'S, N.L. — The provincial government has sent two air tankers to Nova Scotia for a period of one to three days to assist in the effort to stop an out-of-control wildfire in Upper Tantallon, a suburban community within the Halifax Regional Municipality. Roughly 14,000 people have been evacuated from the area since late Sunday, May 28.

N.L. sends two water bombers, crews to help fight Halifax forest fire

2023-05-30T02:35+0200saltwire (en)

ST. JOHN'S, N.L. — The provincial government has sent two air tankers to Nova Scotia for a period of one to three days to assist in the effort to stop an out-of-control wildfire in Upper Tantallon, a suburban community within the Halifax Regional Municipality. Roughly 14,000 people have been evacuated from the area since late Sunday, May 28.

Wildfire in Canada's Halifax leads to evacuation orders for thousands of homes8min

2023-05-30T01:46+0200presstv-ir (en)

A wildfire in the eastern Canadian city of Halifax led to mandatory evacuation orders for thousands of homes, and officials said residents will not be allowed to return until advised by municipal authorities. The orders issued Sunday cover areas of Hammonds Plains, Upper Tantallon and Pockwock.

Northern B.C., Alberta and all of Ontario under 'high' to 'extreme' wildfire risk: What to know

2023-05-30T00:43+0200barrie (en)

Experts use the Canadian Forest Fire Danger Rating System to identify where in Canada people should take precautions. "Forest fire danger is a general term used to express a variety of factors in the fire environment , such as ease of ignition and difficulty of control," the government's website reads.

The high economic costs that the El Niño phenomenon in 2023 and...

2023-05-30T00:31+0200morningexpress (en)

In the coming months, a huge body of warm water will slowly move across the Pacific Ocean towards South America. And as it does, it is going to trigger a weather event that is going to bring about dramatic changes in weather patterns around the world. Scientists say there is a 90% chance that the El....

New Wildfires Break Out in Northern Ontario

2023-05-30T00:27+0200thesaxon (en)

A helicopter releases its cargo of water on a burning forest. (File photo) The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry said early Sunday evening that it had identified 12 new wildfires in the North East and five in the North West region from Friday to Sunday. The fire risk ranges from high to extreme in these two regions.

Thousands evacuate as wildfires rage in Canada

2023-05-30T00:25+0200newsnow-co-uk (en)

A wildfire in the eastern Canadian city of Halifax has led to mandatory evacuation orders for thousands of homes, and officials said residents will not be not allowed to return until advised by municipal authorities. Halifax Mayor Mike Savage said the evacuations had affected about 18,000 people.

Wildfire in Canada's Halifax leads to evacuation orders for thousands of homes

2023-05-30T00:15+0200gmanews (en)

HALIFAX, Canada - A wildfire in the eastern Canadian city of Halifax led to mandatory evacuation orders for thousands of homes, and officials said residents will not be not allowed to return until advised by municipal authorities. Halifax Mayor Mike Savage said the evacuations impacted about 18,000 people.

Thousands evacuate as wildfires rage in Halifax, Canada

2023-05-29T23:17+0200bordermail (en)

A wildfire in the eastern Canadian city of Halifax has led to mandatory evacuation orders for thousands of homes, and officials said residents will not be not allowed to return until advised by municipal authorities. The orders issued Sunday cover areas of Hammonds Plains, Upper Tantallon and Pockwock.

Thousands evacuate as wildfires rage in Halifax, Canada

2023-05-29T23:16+0200dailyadvertiser (en)

A wildfire in the eastern Canadian city of Halifax has led to mandatory evacuation orders for thousands of homes, and officials said residents will not be not allowed to return until advised by municipal authorities. The orders issued Sunday cover areas of Hammonds Plains, Upper Tantallon and Pockwock.

Thousands evacuate as wildfires rage in Halifax, Canada

2023-05-29T23:14+0200illawarramercury (en)

A wildfire in the eastern Canadian city of Halifax has led to mandatory evacuation orders for thousands of homes, and officials said residents will not be not allowed to return until advised by municipal authorities. The orders issued Sunday cover areas of Hammonds Plains, Upper Tantallon and Pockwock.

Thousands evacuate as wildfires rage in Halifax, Canada

2023-05-29T23:14+0200portstephensexaminer (en)

A wildfire in the eastern Canadian city of Halifax has led to mandatory evacuation orders for thousands of homes, and officials said residents will not be not allowed to return until advised by municipal authorities. The orders issued Sunday cover areas of Hammonds Plains, Upper Tantallon and Pockwock.

Thousands evacuate as wildfires rage in Halifax, Canada

2023-05-29T23:03+0200maitlandmercury (en)

A wildfire in the eastern Canadian city of Halifax has led to mandatory evacuation orders for thousands of homes, and officials said residents will not be not allowed to return until advised by municipal authorities. The orders issued Sunday cover areas of Hammonds Plains, Upper Tantallon and Pockwock.

Northern Ontario's forest fire season continues slow start, but 'extreme' fire conditions in place

2023-05-29T22:04+0200CBC (en)

Things are off to a slower-than-normal start for northern Ontario's forest fire season but officials say the conditions are ripe for fires to develop, with much of the region labelled an "extreme" or "high" fire risk. As of Monday afternoon, 60 fires had been reported in the region since the start....

Burning permits banned in P.E.I. because of dry conditions

2023-05-29T21:42+0200thechronicleherald (en)

CHARLOTTETOWN, P.E.I. — Outdoor burning permits will not be allowed in P.E.I. until further notice, the provincial government said in a news release on May 29. Environment Minister Steve Myers said that it is based on wind and weather projections to minimize the risk of forest fires. P.E.I.

Shelburne County forest fire still out of control, local state of emergency declared

2023-05-29T21:31+0200CBC (en)

A community in southwestern Nova Scotia has declared a local state of emergency as a wildfire burns out of control, forcing hundreds of residents from their homes. Around noon Monday, the RCMP said roughly 450 homes have been evacuated so far, affecting roughly 1,500 people in Shelburne County.

Burning permits banned in P.E.I. because of dry conditions

2023-05-29T21:27+0200saltwire (en)

CHARLOTTETOWN, P.E.I. — Outdoor burning permits will not be allowed in P.E.I. until further notice, the provincial government said in a news release on May 29. Environment Minister Steve Myers said that it is based on wind and weather projections to minimize the risk of forest fires. P.E.I.

'Tragedies occur far too often': Canada Safety Council shares swimming safety tips

2023-05-29T20:49+0200ctvnews (en)

BREAKING BREAKING | Auto parts factory notified of closure Unifor says it has been informed by Wescast Industries that the company intends to close its foundry in Wingham, potentially putting more than 250 people out of work. A 19-year-old man is facing a slew of criminal charges after he was....

Northern B.C., Alberta and all of Ontario under 'high' to 'extreme' wildfire risk: What to know

2023-05-29T20:00+0200ctvnews (en)

Wildfires have burned more than 2 million hectares of land across Canada as of May 24 , during one of the earliest fire seasons on record. According to the National Wildland Fire Situation Report, the wildfires burning in recorded so far this year. With dry and sunny weather across the country, the....

By car into the inferno - by a forest fire in Canada

2023-05-29T19:53+0200tellerreport (en)

2023-05-29T13:31:15.670Z. Highlights: In Nova Scotia, wildfires around the city of Halifax are out of control. 20,000 people are evacuated. A dashcam camera captures how a driver steers through the middle of the flames.. AreaRead the video transcript here.Drive into the inferno.

VIDEO: Big fire in Canada, people evacuate, state of emergency in Halifax

2023-05-29T19:26+0200slobodenpecat-en (en)

Halifax is the capital of the Canadian province of Nova Scotia. Residents of the Canadian province of Nova Scotia are being evacuated due to forest fires, which rescuers cannot cope with even with the involvement of aviation. The city of Halifax was covered in smoke, the authorities declared a state of emergency.

Here’s what Environment Canada thinks Manitoba’s summer weather will look like

2023-05-29T18:15+0200globalnews (en)

The heat wave Manitoba is experiencing is what much of summer will look like in the province. A senior climatologist with Environment Canada calls the past weekend’s temperatures a mere “dress rehearsal” for what is to come. “I think you should get used to it,” Dave Phillips with Environment Canada told 680 CJOB’s The Start.

Wildfire forces thousands of people to evacuate in eastern Canada

2023-05-29T17:46+0200newsnow-co-uk (en)

The capital of Canada ’s eastern province of Nova Scotia has declared a state of emergency as an out-of-control wildfire raging near Halifax forced thousands of residents to evacuate and prompted the closure of schools. The Halifax Regional Municipality has set up temporary accommodation for people....

Wildfire forces thousands of people to evacuate in eastern Canada

2023-05-29T17:41+0200aljazeera-en (en)

The capital of Canada ’s eastern province of Nova Scotia has declared a state of emergency as an out-of-control wildfire raging near Halifax forced thousands of residents to evacuate and prompted the closure of schools. The Halifax Regional Municipality has set up temporary accommodation for people....

https://www.latestly.com/socially/world/nova-scotia-fire-videos-thousands-evacuated-houses-damaged-as-massive-wildfires-ravage-through-canadian-province-5162615.html

2023-05-29T15:27+0200latestly (en)

Nova Scotia Fire Videos: Thousands Evacuated, Houses Damaged As Massive Wildfires Ravage Through Canadian Province Several videos have surfaced on social media showing the drasticity of the forest fire. A number of homes went up in flames, leading to the mass evacuation of the residents.

Devastadores incendios forestales fuera de control en Canadá

2023-05-29T15:06+0200eju (es)

Un incendio forestal que se propaga rápidamente ha devastado docenas de viviendas y forzado la evacuación de miles de residentes cerca de Halifax, en la provincia canadiense de Nueva Escocia. El alcalde de Halifax, Mike Savage, declaró el estado de emergencia local durante los próximos 7 días.

Authorities in Halifax open evacuation centre to support residents fleeing wildfires

2023-05-29T11:00+0200TorontoStar (en)

The Halifax Regional Municipality has opened an evacuation centre to accommodate thousands of residents fleeing wildfires near suburban communities northwest of Halifax. The evacuation centre at the Canada Games Centre, located at 26 Thomas Raddall Drive, was opened to support impacted residents --....

Halifax-Area Neighbourhoods Evacuated as Fast-Moving Fires Engulf Homes and Spread

2023-05-29T06:25+0200theepochtimes (en)

A rapidly spreading wildfire, fed by strong winds and tinder-dry woods, has damaged or destroyed dozens of homes and forced the evacuation of thousands of residents from suburban communities northwest of Halifax. Amid thick plumes of smoke, residents fled from the Tantallon area Sunday afternoon....

'It was just adorable': Grade 1 students surprise departing firefighters with special goodbye gifts

2023-05-28T05:09+0200barrie (en)

After two weeks of battling wildfires in Alberta, some Atlantic Canada firefighters were sent homes with a surprise Saturday. An Edmonton Grade 1 class was at the Edmonton International Airport Saturday to give a crew of wildland firefighters handmade thank-you cards and wish them well on their way back to New Brunswick.

Archive | Canadair: Canada's fire extinguisher in action

2023-05-25T08:28+0200thesaxon (en)

The CL-215 and CL-415 have made significant contributions to fighting forest fires in Canada and abroad. Canadair water bomber aircraft are among the most popular pieces of Canadian technology abroad. Our archives preserve testimonies of the contribution of these devices to the fight against forest fires over time.

Satellite Imagery Reveals a Huge Wildfire "Smokestorm" Swirling Over the U.S. And Canada

2023-05-25T01:31+0200headlines24 (en)

25/05 01:15 - Satellite Imagery Reveals a Huge Wildfire "Smokestorm" Swirling Over the U.S. And Canada Watch a satellite animation showing a low pressure system entraining a massive amount of smoke from numerous forest fires blazing in Canada....

Some wildfire evacuees in Saskatoon could soon return home

2023-05-24T23:01+0200CBC (en)

"I told my dad, I said, 'If we don't back burn, it's going to burn down,'" said Clarence McCallum, a firefighter who teamed up with his retired firefighter father to save their family's nearly three-decade-old cabin on Churchill Lake in northern Saskatchewan from a nearby wildfire.

british columbia Western Canada: Alberta on its way to record its worst fire season ever 4 minutes ago

2023-05-24T16:17+0200theglobeandmail (en)

Good morning. Wendy Cox in Vancouver today. Forest fires have burned through more than one million hectares – 10,000 square kilometres – in Alberta, an early start to a fire season It’s a vast amount of land. Calgary is just over 800 square kilometres in size; Vancouver and the surrounding Lower Mainland are just over 5,000 square kilometres.

Smoke From Forest Fires Continues to Affect The Region

2023-05-24T12:35+0200yourerie (en)

Forest fires out of western Canada will continue to affect the area for the next day or two as upper winds will spread that smoke into our region. As a ridge builds into the region Friday into the Weekend, the smoke should gradually thin out, though there still may be a little haze.

Wildfires in Alberta: smoke also affects bees | Alberta fires 2023

2023-05-24T05:26+0200thesaxon (en)

The Rivière-la-Paix region, known for its honey, is affected by the effect of forest and brush fires. The hundred or so fires burning in Alberta have seriously affected air quality and visibility for the past few days. But humans are not the only ones bothered by the smoke, as bees are also....

La lluvia reduce el número de incendios en Alberta (Photo: Alberta Wildfire ) (Nouvelle fenêtre)

2023-05-23T16:01+0200radio-canada (es)

"Este es un punto de inflexión para los bomberos que luchan contra los incendios", dijo Christie Tucker, portavoz del servicio provincial de bomberos. Este 23 de mayo entró en vigor un aviso de precipitaciones emitido por Ministerio del Medioambiente de Canadá para el centro-oeste y partes del....

Canada wildfire fight turns corner after scattered rains

2023-05-23T05:43+0200alarabiya-en (en)

A weeks-long battle against wildfires in western Canada finally reached a “turning point” on Monday with scattered rains reported over hotspots and more precipitation to come, officials said. The wildfires in Alberta province have displaced tens of thousands of people and scorched more than 945,000 hectares.

Canada wildfire fight turns corner after rain

2023-05-23T04:59+0200bssnews (en)

OTTAWA, May 23, 2023 (BSS/AFP) - A weeks-long battle against wildfires in western Canada finally reached a "turning point" on Monday with scattered rains reported over hotspots and more precipitation to come, officials said. The wildfires in Alberta province have displaced tens of thousands of people and scorched more than 945,000 hectares.

Canada wildfire fight turns corner after rain

2023-05-23T03:14+0200manilastandard-ph (en)

A weeks-long battle against wildfires in western Canada finally reached a “turning point” on Monday with scattered rains reported over hotspots and more precipitation to come, officials said. The wildfires in Alberta province have displaced tens of thousands of people and scorched more than 945,000 hectares.

Canada Wildfire Fight Turns Corner After Rain

2023-05-23T01:20+0200barrons (en)

A weeks-long battle against wildfires in western Canada finally reached a "turning point" on Monday with scattered rains reported over hotspots and more precipitation to come, officials said. The wildfires in Alberta province have displaced tens of thousands of people and scorched more than 945,000 hectares.

Poorest will pay more for 'clean' gas, warns Parliamentary Budget Officer

2023-05-23T00:41+0200thesaxon (en)

Photo: Adrian Wyld The Canadian Press Parliamentary Budget Officer Yves. Poorer households will have to spend a larger share of their income than wealthier ones on buying the “cleaner” petroleum products Ottawa wants to see on the Canadian market, report shows with findings disputed by Minister of Health 'Environment, Steven Guilbeault.

Cronaca mondo - Emergenza incendi senza fine in Canada, il fumo invade gli USA con aria irrespirabile. Video

2023-05-22T12:12+02003bmeteo (it)

Incendi devastanti continuano ad interessare il Canada occidentale (foto dalla pagina twitter @IAFFCanada. Il clima particolarmente caldo e asciutto che ha caratterizzato le ultime due settimane ha avuto un ruolo determinante nella propagazione degli incendi boschivi che si sono diffusi su migliaia di chilometri quadrati.

Spain says containing wildfire as conditions improve; as rain cools Canada wildfires

2023-05-21T11:14+0200terradaily (en)

Spanish authorities said Saturday that firefighters and soldiers were managing to contain a blaze in the country's west that has forced hundreds of people to evacuate from nearby villages. "Today, we're hoping to strike a blow against this fire... It's a very intense task," said civil protection....

Cool rain to make 'big difference' in Canada wildfire fight

2023-05-21T06:33+0200bssnews (en)

OTTAWA, May 21, 2023 (BSS/AFP) - A cool rain is coming -- the first in weeks -- and Canadian authorities said Saturday they hope it makes a "big difference" in Alberta, the western province battling wildfires after a hot, dry start to a holiday weekend.

Cool rain to make ‘big difference’ in Canada wildfire fight

2023-05-21T06:00+0200inquirer (en)

Smoke rises from the Stoddart Creek wildfire near Fort St. John, British Columbia, Canada May 13, 2023. B.C. Wildfire Service/Handout via REUTERS. OTTAWA — A cool rain is coming — the first in weeks — and Canadian authorities said Saturday they hope it makes a “big difference” in Alberta, the....

Cool rain to make ‘big difference’ in Canada wildfire fight

2023-05-21T05:13+0200manilastandard-ph (en)

A cool rain is coming — the first in weeks — and Canadian authorities said Saturday they hope it makes a “big difference” in Alberta, the western province battling wildfires after a hot, dry start to a holiday weekend. Officials were on high alert after fires displaced tens of thousands of people....

Forest fires in Canada are not abating despite the efforts of firefighters

2023-05-21T04:09+0200slovenia-postsen (en)

Firefighters are also trying to calm the fires by using firefighting planes and helicopters. Photo: Reuters Since they are declared a state of emergency in Alberta on May 4, more than 782,000 hectares or 7,820 square kilometers of forests, which is about seven times more than the five-year average during this time.

Cool Rain To Make 'Big Difference' In Canada Wildfire Fight

2023-05-21T03:25+0200barrons (en)

A cool rain is coming -- the first in weeks -- and Canadian authorities said Saturday they hope it makes a "big difference" in Alberta, the western province battling wildfires after a hot, dry start to a holiday weekend. Officials were on high alert after fires displaced tens of thousands of people....

12 parks closed in western Canada due to risk of fires

2023-05-20T17:15+0200terradaily (en)

Authorities in the western Canadian province of Alberta battling devastating wildfires have closed twelve local parks ahead of the long holiday weekend, fearing fresh flames, officials said Friday. Alberta has declared a state of emergency and asked for foreign aid with more than 800,000 hectares of....

12 parks closed in western Canada due to risk of fires

2023-05-20T13:11+0200TheFrontierPost-en (en)

by The Frontier Post TORONTO (AFP): Authorities in the western Canadian province of Alberta battling devastating wildfires have closed twelve local parks ahead of the long holiday weekend, fearing fresh flames, officials said Friday. Alberta has declared a state of emergency and asked for foreign....

Fire risk sees 12 parks closed in western Canada

2023-05-20T08:00+0200RTERadio (en)

Authorities in the western Canadian province of Alberta battling devastating wildfires have closed 12 local parks ahead of a long holiday weekend, fearing fresh flames, officials said. Alberta has declared a state of emergency and asked for foreign aid with more than 800,000 hectares of land....

12 parks closed in western Canada due to risk of fires

2023-05-20T07:44+0200zawya-palestine (en)

Authorities in the western Canadian province of Alberta battling devastating wildfires have closed twelve local parks ahead of the long holiday weekend, fearing fresh flames, officials said Friday. Alberta has declared a state of emergency and asked for foreign aid with more than 800,000 hectares of....

12 parks closed in western Canada due to risk of fires

2023-05-20T06:47+0200manilatimes (en)

MONTREAL: Authorities in the western Canadian province of Alberta battling devastating wildfires have closed twelve local parks ahead of the long holiday weekend, fearing fresh flames, officials said Friday. Alberta has declared a state of emergency and asked for foreign aid with more than 800,000....

12 parks closed in western Canada due to risk of fires

2023-05-20T06:17+0200bssnews (en)

MONTREAL, May 20, 2023 (BSS/AFP) - Authorities in the western Canadian province of Alberta battling devastating wildfires have closed twelve local parks ahead of the long holiday weekend, fearing fresh flames, officials said Friday. Alberta has declared a state of emergency and asked for foreign aid....

Nearly 40% of land burned in B.C., U.S. wildfires linked to carbon pollution 0 5/19/2023 5:00:00 PM By: Stefan Labbé The first of its kind study, which stretched from B.C. and Alberta to the U.S.-Mexico border, found major fossil fuel emitters were responsible for nearly half the increase in fire prone conditions since 1901.

2023-05-20T02:06+0200tricitynews (en)

Almost 40 per cent of the area burned by wildfires in Western Canada and the United States over the last four decades were caused by emissions from the world’s top fossil fuel producers and cement manufacturers, new research has found. The study , published this week in the journals Environmental....

Nearly 40% of land burned in B.C., U.S. wildfires linked to carbon pollution

2023-05-20T02:06+0200princegeorgecitizen (en)

Almost 40 per cent of the area burned by wildfires in Western Canada and the United States over the last four decades were caused by emissions from the world’s top fossil fuel producers and cement manufacturers, new research has found. The study , published this week in the journals Environmental....

12 parks closed in western Canada due to risk of fires

2023-05-20T01:50+0200thesundaily (en)

MONTREAL : Authorities in the western Canadian province of Alberta battling devastating wildfires have closed twelve local parks ahead of the long holiday weekend, fearing fresh flames, officials said Friday. Alberta has declared a state of emergency and asked for foreign aid with more than 800,000....

Why do forest fires behave the way they do?

2023-05-19T23:46+0200wn (en)

Joshua Johnson, a forest fire research scientist with Natural Resources Canada , explains to CBC North's Shannon Scott why forest fires behave the way they do. ......

Nel nord-est americano è già arrivata l’estate della canicola

2023-05-19T07:54+0200greenreport (it)

Un’ondata di caldo estremo primaverile ha portato già le condi zioni dei “dog days of summer” in vaste aree del Nord America occidentale. Come spiegano alla NASA Il termine “dog days of summer” si riferisce a un periodo di clima caldo e umido nell’emisfero settentrionale, di solito a luglio e....

Canada calls on overseas help to combat wildfires

2023-05-19T04:38+0200timberbiz (en)

Canada has called for help to combat wildfires burning out of control and spreading across vast swathes of the western half of the country. Source: VOA and Timberbiz. The fires that have devastated the oil-producing Alberta province have in recent days spread to neighbouring British Columbia and Saskatchewan as well as the Northwest Territories.

BC Ferries gears up for a busy May long weekend

2023-05-19T00:17+0200barrie (en)

VANCOUVER - BC Ferries is expecting to welcome more than 430,000 passengers over the May long weekend. To prepare for the influx of passengers, it has added 95 extra sailings along the major routes, which includes Tsawwassen to Victoria, Horseshoe Bay to Nanaimo and Horseshoe Bay to the Sunshine Coast.