EU Compliance: Cookies are 100% optional on this website. Thank you for visiting.
Ad-free videos that provide context for the latest news.
Last updated at 7:56 PM on May 12, 2024 (Pacific Standard Time)
"...FORT NELSON, B. C. Experts with the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) say the Parker Lake wildfire could reach the city of Fort Nelson on Monday, May 13th..."
connections
"...The province says several government agencies are currently responding to two wildfires around Flin Flon and The Pas..."
connections
"...Smoke from the Parker Lake fire has spread into Alberta, bringing poor air quality and reduced visibility while that province deals with multiple fires of its own, including one burning out of control near Fort McMurray that has communities on evacuation alert..."
connections
"...The wildfires across Western Canada are also creating poor air quality in a number of regions spanning Manitoba to British Columbia, with Environment Canada reporting “very high risk” or level 10-plus on the air quality health index for Edmonton and Winnipeg as well as a number of small cities across the Prairies..."
connections
"...Parts of the County of Grande Prairie remain under evacuation order, although progress was made overnight, the county said in a Sunday morning update..."
connections
"...This is an Alberta Emergency Alert. The County of Grande Prairie has updated its evacuation order due to Wildfire. This order is in effect from Kleskun Creek North to Township Road 742..."
connections
"...“Reduce sources of indoor air pollution. If you can, avoid smoking or vaping indoors, burning incense and candles, frying foods, using wood stoves and vacuuming. Dust on indoor surfaces can be removed by wiping and wet mopping during a pollution episode,” the ECCC says..."
connections
"...The earthquake had a preliminary magnitude of 6. 4, according to the U. S..."
connections
"...PADANG, Indonesia (AP) Heavy rains and torrents of cold lava and mud flowing down a volcano's slopes on Indonesias Sumatra island triggered flash floods that killed at least 15 people and injured several others, officials said Sunday..."
connections
"...Keeping your favourite items out of the landfill is now a little easier thanks to the Repair Cafe in Ottawas Alta Vista neighbourhood..."
connections
"...The Blueberry River First Nations Emergency Operations Centre has issued an evacuation alert, due to the three-hectare Donnie Creek wildfire that reignited Friday..."
connections
"...Environment Canada warns however, there is a chance the rotation could intensify and become a weak landspout tornado..."
connections
"...Environment Canada warned however there was a chance the rotation could intensify and become a weak landspout tornado, which typically does not cause significant damage, but is strong enough to topple trees, damage roofs and toss debris short distances. ..."
connections
Recent episodes relevant to the latest news and opinion.
Duration: 12:14
"...On this episode of “Ask NRCan,” research scientist Alexandre Normandeau talks about his work on underwater landslides and their impacts on coastal communities. ..."
connections
Duration: 03:29
"...About 150 old brine wells in the area are being plugged..."
connections
Duration: 9:58
"...With a spring fire season that has fired up early and hot in Western Canada, there is no time like today to start working on a fire prevention plan..."
connections
Recent peer-reviewed papers relevant to the latest news and opinion.
"...Smoke from wildfires contains many air pollutants of concern and epidemiological studies have identified associations between exposure to wildfire smoke PM2..."
connections
"...These events often occurred under otherwise clear-sky, anticyclonic weather conditions and can have significant impacts on surface temperatures, air quality, and surface radiation and energy budgets..."
connections
"...Examples include improved wildlife habitat, enhanced biodiversity, reduced threat of destructive wildfire, and enhanced ecosystem resilience..."
connections
"...Moreover, differently from the previous studies, this study took a further step to reveal the mechanism of the aerosol direct effect on the deterioration of air quality during wildfire, mainly through the modulation of reduction in surface downward shortwave radiation, planetary boundary layer height and wind speed, subsequently, facilitating pollution accumulation..."
connections
"...Predicting the impact of wildfires on ecosystem services and habitat values requires quantifying rates of post-fire tree mortality and topkill..."
connections
"...However, their ability to store and sequester carbon is uncertain due to combined and intermingling effects of anthropogenic activities and climate change, which impact wildfire regimes and vegetation dynamics..."
connections
"...This carbon storage is vulnerable due to permafrost degradation and wildfire disturbances under ongoing and projected climate change..."
connections
"...Today wildfire is an important disturbance in many continental ecosystems, and it is assumed that with ongoing climate changes the frequencies and impacts of wildfires will increase in many regions..."
connections
"...Increasingly frequent large wildfires in the western US raise questions about the effects of climate and site-level factors on forest ecosystem resilience..."
connections
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases for up to 24 hours after you click on a book, funding this website. Thank you for your kind support.
The Carbon Footprint of Everything
"...A smart, practical, and accessible guide to measuring (and reducing) our carbon footprint, from internationally recognized expert, Mike Berners-Lee..."
related reading
Sociological Perspectives
"...An improved understanding of the complex relationship between climate change and society is essential for modifying ecologically harmful human behaviors and institutional practices, creating just and effective environmental policies, and developing a more sustainable future..."
related reading
101 Solutions to Global Warming
"...Each solution describes steps that are already being used in homes, schools, businesses, cities, and governments around the world-with full scientific references to help the reader dig deeper and push farther..."
related reading
What If Solving the Climate Crisis Is Simple?
"...An inspiring and practical narrative that will leave readers feeling uplifted and empowered to create a future they are eager to embrace..."
related reading
Recent employment opportunities related to the latest news.
"...hazardous waste, biomedical waste, and recyclable materials are managed Pollution prevention Corporate leadership, planning, and management Transportation focusing on clean and active Food..."
related opportunities
"...The Programmer works collaboratively with the team, including supports urban growing initiatives, empowers community..."
related opportunities