Conservation and Sustainability Ileah Mattice Conservation and Sustainability Ileah Mattice

Be FireSmart: Protecting Your Home and Family from Wildfire

On Haida Gwaii wildfires have become a threat to our forests as we experience a rise in temperatures and an increase of droughts or dry spells. During the summer season unattended beach fires or campfires can impose a large risk to our forests. To address these issues, numerous approaches, including improved forest management, prevention measures, early warning systems, and firefighting capabilities, are used. Taan Forest collaborates with local authorities and the British Columbia Wildfire Service to provide support in fire suppression efforts and promote coordinated responses.

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