214 active wildfires in British Columbia due to ongoing drought, increasing wildfire risks.

Ongoing drought in British Columbia is heightening wildfire risks this fall, with 214 active wildfires currently reported. The BC Wildfire Service warns that dry conditions, stemming from a three-year precipitation deficit, may lead to human-caused fires, which are expected to dominate this season. Although recent weather has aided firefighting efforts, the region remains vulnerable, particularly in the northeast, where the drought's impact is most severe.

September 12, 2024
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