Early detection of fires, up to 10 days out, is vital because provincial agencies largely depend on the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre to coordinate…
Data from a growing number of satellites is "being adopted more and more" to help fight wildfires, says wildfire researcher Dr. Mike Flannigan. Read more
This Canadian wildfire season has been historic, and a changing climate means that future years could be even worse. Jordan Heath-Rawlings, host of The Big Story…
Alum Derek Godin, who pursued the Human Service Diploma through Open Learning, finds working with youth a rewarding career. Read more
"As our climate warms, we can expect to see more fire, more smoke," wildfire researcher Dr. Mike Fkannigan tells BBC News. Read more
Dr. Mike Flannigan, BC Innovation Research Chair in Predictive Services, Emergency Management and Fire Science, says wildfire activity in BC is abnormally active for May. Read…
Garry Gottfriedson, Secwépemc cultural advisor for TRU, is set to receive an honourary Doctor of Laws degree from the University of Northern British Columbia. Gottfriedson…
TRU hosts a free digital scavenger hunt to encourage the public to learn about environmental sustainability while exploring Riverside Park. Read more
The District of 100 Mile House is hoping to attract tourists with a unique stroller pilot project for pet owners. Tourism Management faculty member David…
As wildfires grow more powerful, Dr. Mike Flannigan and other experts are calling on all levels of government to be more proactive. Read more
TRU has made fighting climate change a top priority for its Kamloops campus, setting a clear path toward a fossil-fuel-free future. Read more
Wildfire expert Dr. Mike Flannigan is certain there's a connection between wildfires and human-caused climate change not only in Alberta, but also Canada and the…
Environmental studies faculty member Dr. Michael Mehta is astonished to see people in Kamloops engaging in outdoor activities, despite the city being blanketed in wildfire…
As heat-driven fires continue to become real-world disasters, there is more evidence pointing to the fuel behind them. “In Canada, fire area burned has doubled…
Fire seasons are starting sooner, lasting longer and the overall area burned is steadily increasing. “What we’ve seen in British Columbia since 2017, I wasn’t…
Wildfire researcher Dr. Mike Flannigan says shifting winds in Alberta can lead to rapid wildfire growth. "When the wind changes direction, the direction of the…
TRU has announced its four honorary doctorate recipients for this year’s Spring Convocation. Dr. Verna Billy-Minnabarriet, Jorge Campos, Bev Sellars and Christopher Weddell will be…
Environmental studies faculty member Dr. Michael Mehta says that an imminent risk affecting residents of Kamloops every year is air pollution caused by fires burning…
Wildfire researcher Dr. Mike Flannigan speaks with Northwind host Wanda McLeod about the Alberta wildfires and what this may mean for the North. Listen to interview
Air quality in Western Canada continues to deteriorate as wildfires rage. Dr. Michael Mehta, a professor in the Department of Environment, Culture and Society, provides insight. …
