The Crowsnest Pass and areas near Banff National Park haven’t seen a lot of moisture lately and this has created very dry conditions. With little to no humidity in the area, Alberta Wildfire has Read More
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With these active fires still burning in the province, an information officer with Alberta Wildfire says they are continuing their efforts to put these blazes out which includes the help of crews from other jurisdictions. Read More
As wildfires rage across B.C., the Okanagan’s sky has been obscured by smoke for weeks. However some recent rain in Kelowna has made blue skies visible once again. Melody Roumell says she is Read More
The poor air quality much of Alberta has seen recently due to the ongoing wildfires. The smoky conditions can also have a negative impact on our pets. Veterinarian Ryan Mohr at Ranch Docs in Read More
With the smoky conditions Lethbridge and most of southern Alberta has been experiencing, health experts are reminding people to only go outside when necessary to help limit their exposure. With the smoky condition, Lethbridge Read More
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COVID numbers soar as town remembers anniversary of wildfires
A Northern Alberta town declared a state of emergency earlier this week, after COVID numbers soared making it one of highest hit areas of the province. But it coincides as Fort McMurray, is about to Read More
On March 28th, a wildfire scorched thousands of acres of land at the Blood Reserve here in Southern Alberta. BCN's Laurice Alexander has the story of one of the families affected by the tragedy. Read More
