Fires are now the largest single driver of forest loss globally, and nearly every record-breaking wildfire year has occurred since 2020. The Forest Stewardship Council’s latest guidance reaffirms what BC operators already know on the ground: responsible forestry is not just good environmental practice — it is one of the most effective risk mitigation tools available.
BC mills processed over one million cubic metres of burned logs in 2024–25 — twice the prior year — as the province fast-tracks salvage permits. But researchers warn the same \”falldown effect\” that closed mills after the pine beetle is already underway.
After any major disaster, forensic work is an essential part of the response, helping to uncover the truth behind what happened and, ideally, preventing future catastrophes. The recent wildfires that swept through Los Angeles have left behind not just a charred landscape but a series of urgent questions. What—or who—sparked the flames? Was it an…
Recent events in Jasper, Canada, including wildfire activity, wildfire smoke, fire evacuations, and fire data smoke plumes, have become a stark indicator of the climate emergency we face, according to prominent Canadian scientists. The area’s devastating wildfires serve as a harbinger of the extreme weather conditions that are becoming increasingly common across the globe. Warning…
The intensity of last year’s wildfires cannot be overstated. Flames engulfed vast stretches of land, destroying homes, displacing people and animals, and wreaking havoc on ecosystems. If you were involved directly or indirectly with the relentless onslaught of wildfires this year, the Working Forest wants to thank you personally for a job well done. By…
Discover how Korean firefighters are joining forces to combat the raging blazes in Quebec. Read their inspiring story now!
Discover how tiny sensors are revolutionizing firefighting in forests. Uncover the future of fire response and witness the power of technology in action.