What should farmers consider when evacuating their property?
OnWhen a wildfire threatens a farm, there are various aspects that must be considered during an evacuation. Some of the…
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Are you ready if you need to leave in a hurry?
OnUnfortunately, wildfires cause residents in BC to be evacuated from their homes every year, and it can be an incredibly…
What are the different types of fire bans in BC?
OnWildfire season usually sparks fire restrictions throughout the province of BC due to local fire hazards, current and forecast weather…
How do aircraft support the BCWS?
OnAn essential part of the firefighting efforts of the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) is the use of aircraft. With a…
Why should a property owner reduce their wildfire risk?
OnMaybe you don’t mind if your property goes up in flames, but what about your neighbours and the people who…
How do homes catch on fire?
OnAs communities grow, new residential developments push us closer to nature’s edge and into the path of wildfires, and unfortunately,…
What is the difference between fire risk assessments?
OnWith the Thompson-Okanagan region being prone to wildfires, it’s important for anyone who owns a property in this area to…
What causes wildfires?
OnThe number, size, and intensity of wildfires have been increasing in the Thompson-Okanagan region, but have you ever wondered what…
The Foundation of SparkProof
OnWildfires have been causing devastating destruction throughout BC for decades, and we at SparkProof are here to assist property owners…