Fiddling with Fire: Why BC's Wildfire Crisis Requires More Than Evacuation Orders The devastating wildfires in British Columbia are a stark reminder that the province is not immune to the effects of climate change.
The recent merger of two out of control fires near Boston Bar, threatening over 450 properties and encircling the community with flames on all sides, follows a disturbing trend seen increasingly closer to home.
Residents who refuse to evacuate, despite warnings from authorities, are putting themselves at risk.