When wildfires force residents from their homes, knowing an evacuation route exists may not be enough. A Kelowna, B.C., technology company is working to help emergency officials better understand the condition of back roads that could become critical escape routes during a disaster. Line up of cars trying to evacuate Kelowna in 2023. But what…
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe acknowledged the province’s shortcomings in managing the 2025 wildfire season, as outlined in a recently released report, saying the lessons learned will inform future wildfire management. Last year, a report released Friday by accounting firm MNP revealed, the province was unprepared for the fire-packed season it experienced — one that saw…
A man who lost his house and belongings in a wildfire in northern Saskatchewan last year says he wants new leadership at the province’s public safety agency. Dustin Trumbley, who lives in Denare Beach, appeared at a news conference with the NDP Opposition in Saskatoon Friday after the release by the Saskatchewan Party government of…
The Saskatchewan government’s response to last year’s intense wildfire-packed summer was severely lacking and exposed weaknesses in its preparedness measures and emergency organizations, according to an independent report. Eleven recommendations were put forth in the long-awaited review from accounting firm MNP, which was originally due in February. It found the province had “significant gaps” in several…
Listen to this article Estimated 3 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. A Vernon, B.C., retirement community is seeking to recover over $197,400 after a resident didn’t leave his home during a devastating…