British Columbia’s Growing Wildfire Issue
BC has experienced its three most damaging wildfire seasons on record in the last five years alone. With hotter and drier summers, erratic weather patterns, and significant increases in global temperatures, BC’s wildfire seasons may continue to worsen. In addition to the devastating climate change effects in the region, a disconnect between traditional indigenous practices and colonial practices in containing these fires are adding fuel to the fire—literally. MPPGA student Guilherme Rosales discusses potential mitigation solutions for the province.
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