News Items tag as: BCWildfire

Tech solution to early wildfire detection in Vernon proves successful
July 14, 2024 - 6:00 PM

A pilot project using advanced early wildfire detection technology to give Vernon firefighters a heads up when a blaze breaks out is proving to be a success.
200 firefighters set up camp at Kin Race Track in Vernon
August 03, 2021 - 2:00 PM

For the next four to six weeks, BC Wildfire crews will be a fixture behind Kal Tire Place as they move in and out of a camp set up on the former Kin Race Track lands.
Brenda Creek wildfire now mapped at 824 hectares
July 25, 2021 - 2:30 PM

Hot weather and winds may cause more activity around the Brenda Creek fire burning south of the Okanagan Connector.
BC Wildfire dealing with blazes near Merritt and Princeton
August 03, 2020 - 12:44 PM

Crews are working hard to douse two wildfires in the Merritt Fire Zone today, Aug. 3.
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Tech solution to early wildfire detection in Vernon proves successful