The BC Government released an update on work underway in response to the 14 recommendations made by an independent panel in a 2020 review of BC’s old forests.
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US National Interagency Fire Center Wildfire Update For May 21st
The US National Interagency Fire Center reported a significant increase in wildland fire activity in multiple geographic areas.
Canadian Government Helps Manitoba Purchase Wildfire Suppression Equipment
Manitoba will invest $38.4 million (CAD) over four years to support its efforts to purchase wildland firefighting equipment to enhance provincial readiness.
Alberta Launches Value-Added Wood Products Program
Alberta Forestry and Parks is collaborating with Alberta Wood WORKS! and the Alberta Forest Products Association to administer the Alberta Value-Added Wood Products Program.
US Forest Service to Invest $74 Million in Wood Products Innovation, Energy, and Capacity
The Forest Service is investing $74 million to spark innovation, create new markets for wood products and renewable wood energy, and increase the capacity of wood processing facilities.
Western Canadian Provinces Already Dealing With Onset of Out-of-Control Wildfires
Firefighters in western Canada are in the process of battling the first major wildfires of 2024, Reuters reported.
Domain Timber Advisors Aquires Five New Assets Totaling 5,800 Acres for Its Forestland Portfolio
Domain Capital Group and its subsidiary Domain Timber Advisors announced the acquisitions of five new assets totaling 5,800 acres on behalf of its forestland portfolio.
US Forest Service Plans Six Prescribed Fires in Boise, ID, Area Starting This Week
Boise National Forest fire managers plan six prescribed fires totaling 1,354 acres starting this week, the Capital Press reported.
US National Interagency Fire Center Wildfire Update for the Week Ending May 10th
The number of active large fires (not including individual fires within complexes) stands at 6. Currently, there are 8,965 acres actively involved in fires.
Canadian Wildfire Season Off a to Slower Start Than 2023, but Risk From Drought Remains High
The start of wildfire season in Canada has been far less intense than it was last year, but the risk of hot, dry weather and severe fires remains high, The Canadian Press reported.