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Insurers urge B.C. businesses to prepare for wildfire risks

Insurance experts in B.C. are urging businesses to prepare their employees, properties, and policies for wildfires ahead of what's expected to be an especially hot and dry season.

May 19, 2026 11:42 am PST PST

Incoming rain could decrease fire risks, says BC Wildfire Service

There are several active wildfires across B.C., but authorities say incoming precipitation may bring some relief.

May 16, 2026 4:25 pm PST PST

What could a supercharged El Nino mean for Canada?

A rapidly warming planet due to human-caused climate change is set to amplify what forecasters say could be a supercharged El Nino, spelling possible hot and dry conditions to come for parts of Canada....

May 14, 2026 9:26 am PST PST

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May 13, 2026 5:00 pm PST PST

Wildfire in northeastern B.C. grows to 40 hectares in first day

A wildfire began burning out of control near Chetwynd Monday night.

May 12, 2026 7:35 am PST PST

Coastal B.C. campfire ban in effect Thursday at noon

A campfire ban for parts of B.C. covering Metro Vancouver will come into effect ahead of schedule Thursday.

May 7, 2026 7:59 pm PST PST

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May 13, 2026 7:08 am PST PST

Campfires to be prohibited in B.C.’s coastal region due to wildfire risk

Campfires will be prohibited across the Coastal Fire Centre region as of Thursday. 12 p.m., the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) announced on Tuesday.

May 5, 2026 9:08 pm PST PST

B.C. reports 19 new daily high temperature records

For the second day in a row, several areas across B.C. reported daily record highs Monday.

May 5, 2026 5:38 pm PST PST

BC Parks: May long weekend reservations soar

A pair of Lower Mainland mayors are bracing for the surge in visitors next weekend, and welcome the tourism, but have some concerns.

May 5, 2026 7:21 am PST PST