Sturgeon County wildfire forces state of emergency

Sunday, May 4, 2025, 5:20 pm more...

A massive wildfire in Sturgeon County has sparked a state of emergency declaration, putting residents on high alert as evacuation measures are prepped and emergency crews battle the out-of-control blaze. Officials are working around the clock, with community nerves understandably aflame amid the unfolding crisis.

thestar.com / Residents ordered to evacuate as fire burns area southwest of Grande Prairie, Alberta

globalnews.ca / Sturgeon County wildfire wipes out family farm

globalnews.ca / Residents on evacuation standby as wildfire blazes northeast of Edmonton

edmontonjournal.com / Large wildfire in Sturgeon County prompts state of emergency declaration

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Wildfire near Prince George forces evacuations in Hixon area

Saturday, May 3, 2025, 5:20 pm more...

A rapidly advancing wildfire near Hixon, just south of Prince George, has triggered evacuation orders and alerts for several properties. Residents face a precarious situation as firefighters battle the blaze and authorities keep a wary eye on the unfolding crisis.

cbc.ca / Evacuation orders, alerts issued due to wildfire south of Prince George, B.C.

thestar.com / Five properties ordered evacuated due to B.C. wildfire, five more on alert

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Suspicious ferry blaze prompts RCMP alarm in Mission, B.C.

Saturday, May 3, 2025, 5:20 pm more...

A derelict ferry caught fire under mysterious circumstances, forcing residents in Mission, B.C. to shelter in place. With the RCMP now on the case, locals are left to wonder if this vessel’s final journey was by design or pure misfortune.

globalnews.ca / RCMP called in after derelict ferry burns in ‘suspicious’ blaze overnight

thestar.com / Residents of Mission, B.C., told to stay inside after derelict ferry burns

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Vaughan plaza arson prompts investigation with surveillance clues

Friday, May 2, 2025, 1:21 pm more...

In Vaughan, surveillance footage capturing a BMW being set ablaze in a plaza parking lot has sparked a police investigation. Detectives are now zeroing in on a suspect vehicle—a white Honda Odyssey circling the lot moments before the incident—leaving the community to wonder if arson really makes for “warm” nightlife.

torontosun.com / Video captures BMW arson in Vaughan plaza lot

citynews.ca / Police look to identify suspect, vehicle in Vaughan arson investigation

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Fort St. John wildfire drives urgent evacuations as flames retreat

Friday, May 2, 2025, 10:21 am more...

In Fort St. John, BC, wildfires forced residents from their homes when flames rapidly approached—only to later retreat unexpectedly, easing immediate concerns. Emergency crews remain vigilant as the situation evolves.

globalnews.ca / WestJet assesses operations in Fort St. John, B.C. due to wildfire burning in the area

thestar.com / Wildfire that forced evacuations in Fort St. John, B.C., not threatening buildings

globalnews.ca / Wildfire forces evacuations in Fort St. John

nationalobserver.com / Wildfire causes evacuations in Fort St. John, BC, city says

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BC fire warnings heighten as dry, warm winds and heat persist

Thursday, May 1, 2025, 8:21 pm more...

Authorities in British Columbia have issued urgent warnings as rising temperatures, dry conditions, and strong winds combine to elevate wildfire risks across the southern province and the Interior. Residents are urged to take preventive measures against potential fire outbreaks amid this harsh weather surge.

lapresse.ca / Colombie-Britanique | Un incendie de forêt provoque des évacuations à Fort Saint John

theglobeandmail.com / Wildfire prompts evacuations in Fort St. John, B.C., city says

thestar.com / Wildfire prompts evacuations in Fort St. John, B.C., city says

globalnews.ca / Wildfire knocks out internet and phone service in Tumbler Ridge

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