Sep 11, 2023
Maui County is taking legal action against Hawaiian Electric, alleging that the utility company’s negligence contributed to the destructive Lahaina city fire on August 8, 2023.
Determining when to cut power is often a complex decision. Read the full article to better understand the risks and considerations utilities face when responding to fire-prone conditions.
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Sep 11, 2023
The summer of 2023 in Canada has witnessed an unprecedented wildfire season, with raging fires spreading from one coast to another, making it the most severe wildfire season in recorded history. Fire chiefs point out that one crucial defense against these escalating climate-related disasters is a network of volunteers, a resource that is dwindling with each passing year.
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Sep 11, 2023
Numerous portable heaters distributed throughout Canada are under recall due to multiple instances of overheating, including three cases resulting in fires.
An alert issued by Health Canada warns that specific heaters sold under the Mastercraft, Profusion Heat, Prestige, and Matrix brands pose potential safety risks, potentially resulting in burns or property damage.
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Aug 8, 2023
More than 32 million acres of Canada’s terrain have been engulfed by the wildfires, which have spawned 1,035 active fires, leading to substantial air quality challenges across a significant portion of the United States. Read the full article for an up to date account on the 2023 Canadian Wildfire impact.
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Aug 8, 2023
Emergency personnel from the Lac La Ronge Indian Band stress the necessity for resources and training to safeguard the well-being of First Nations communities in Lac La Ronge amidst the wildfire season.
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Aug 8, 2023
The Farmington Hills Fire Department made public its acquisition of specialized equipment designed to combat electric vehicle (EV) fires, which present markedly distinct and heightened hazards compared to conventional vehicle fires.
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Aug 8, 2023
In the midst of a fire season characterized by an unparalleled surge in fires, commercial property developers are increasingly preoccupied with the issues of wildfires and compromised air quality, as noted by experts within the industry.
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Aug 8, 2023
The guidance is aimed at car park operators, designers, risk evaluators, and proprietors of enclosed car parks engaged in the planning or enhancement of facilities for electric vehicles (EVs) and electric vehicle charging points (EVCPs).
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Aug 8, 2023
As the wildfire season advances, Cal Fire is equipped with a fresh asset: AI. This journey commenced with a single drone, and now AI stands at the forefront of firefighting’s future.
This technology is poised to aid Cal Fire in achieving quicker, safer, and more cost-effective fire response. A novel AI initiative is currently undergoing testing within Cal Fire’s Nevada-Yuba-Placer Unit, heralding an innovative chapter in their operations.
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Aug 8, 2023
Information sourced from the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard, as of July 25, 2023, indicated the existence of 133 active wildfires in the region.
Among these incidents, six wildfires involved mutual aid efforts, with Alberta Wildfire providing assistance but not holding the primary role.
Based on provincial data, 13 of the persisting wildfires are believed to be human-caused, 95 are suspected to have been ignited by lightning, and investigations are still underway for 25 other wildfires.
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