As warmer weather rolls in, British Columbians are being asked to prepare for seasonal hazards.
Members with the provincial government spoke to the media today (Wednesday) regarding the outlook on climate-related emergencies such as spring flooding, wildfires and drought.
Minister of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness, Kelly Greene said preparing for emergencies is also a team effort.
“Whether it’s the province, the federal government, local governments, First Nations, or people and families, everyone has a role to play and a starting point is creating a household emergency plan.”
“Now is the time to create a grab-and-go bag, and create that emergency plan.”
Greene added that we’re in the time of year where seasonal hazards increase, making it important to stay alert, informed and prepared.
A common hazard this time of year is wildfires, which BC Wildfire Service Lead Forecaster, Matt MacDonald said an area their keeping an eye on is the northeast.
“That northeast sector and the Nechako Region remain two areas of concern that we’re keeping close eyes on.”
“Over the winter, our crews did do quite a bit of work up in the northeast extinguishing some of those deep burning fires, these fires that have over-wintered, and have created multiple access routes to control those fires once our snow melts.”
One of the factors for the concern is the multi-year drought being faced in the area.
More detailed information can be found on the BC Government website here.
(From files from Zachary Barrowcliff staff)
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