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CTV News Vancouver | Calls to improve B.C. building codes as fires rage in California

January 10, 2025

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Wildfire researcher Dr. Mike Flannigan says climate change is leading to a prolonged and more hazardous wildfire season here in B.C. “The fires are getting more severe and we expect this trend in severity to increase,” he said. Read more

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