A new sensor technology could be the breakthrough needed to prevent fires and explosions caused by lithium-ion batteries. By detecting early warning signs, it may offer a safer future for everything from smartphones to electric vehicles. Discover how this innovation could change the game for battery safety.
After a record-breaking wildfire season, B.C. is turning to cultural burns – an Indigenous-led practice also used in California – to help manage forest fuel and reduce fire risk. These small, controlled fires could hold the key to a safer future. Read more to learn how traditional knowledge is shaping modern wildfire prevention.
Homeowners in B.C.’s fire-prone areas could see insurance rates rise – thanks in part to the growing impact of wildfires in California. Insurers are adjusting premiums as fire risks climb across the West Coast. Discover how international wildfire trends are hitting closer to home and what you can do to prepare.
Paramedics in B.C. say they’re stretched too thin, with staffing levels nearing a breaking point and response times suffering as a result. The ongoing shortage is putting both patients and frontline workers at risk. Read more to learn what’s behind the crisis and what solutions are being called for.
Two dozen firefighters rushed to battle a massive multi-storey blaze in Coquitlam, B.C., working through thick smoke and tough conditions. The fire caused serious damage and forced evacuations in the area. Read more to find out how crews contained the flames and what comes next for residents.
A Red Deer company is making waves with a new wildfire protection system designed to safeguard homes and businesses. Their innovative solution could be a game changer for communities facing growing wildfire risks. Read more to see how this Alberta-based company is helping people stay one step ahead of disaster.
A Halifax volunteer firefighter battling cancer highlights the challenges volunteer first responders face when it comes to insurance coverage. Discover how his case could lead to change for others in similar situations.
A tragic helicopter crash in northern Alberta has claimed the lives of two people, prompting an investigation by the Transportation Safety Board. The chopper was found in a remote area after it went missing during a flight. Read more to learn what officials know so far and how the search unfolded.
Hundreds of thousands of electric and gas ranges are being recalled across Canada after reports of the stoves turning on by themselves. Some cases even led to minor injuries and property damage. Read more to find out which models are affected and what steps to take if yours is one of them.
After 44 years in firefighting, Sudbury Fire Chief John Whalen retires – https://www.yahoo.com/news/time-move-44-years-firefighting-094733285.html