wildfires
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Located in the lobby of Gage Commons, Gage Market offers an innovative, 24/7 cashier-free shopping experience, setting a new standard for retail on university campuses.
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The 2024 wildfire season has started – here’s what we need to know
We spoke with UBC researchers Dr. Lori Daniels and Dr. Mathieu Bourbonnais about the outlook for wildfire season, and how communities can prepare for a challenging year.
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B.C. set for a warm summer, but 2021 heat wave unlikely
Dr. Rachel White, an assistant professor in the department of earth, ocean and atmospheric sciences, discusses the forecast for the summer, the difficulty of predicting extreme weather events, and how climate change is affecting our seasons.
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Preparing for wildfires: UBC experts share their tips
Experts from the faculty of forestry suggest practical measures for individuals and communities to protect their homes and surroundings from the B.C. wildfire risk, while calling for broader-scale solutions for managing wildfires.
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UBC experts call for proactive approach to prepare for more extreme wildfires
In this Q&A, UBC forestry experts address how families and communities can prepare for more extreme wildfire seasons.
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Staying fire-smart in the era of COVID-19
Nearly 100 wildfires are burning across B.C. following the recent wave of hot and dry weather. With the COVID-19 pandemic still upon us and primarily affecting people’s respiratory tracts, minimizing accidental wildfires is critical. We asked UBC faculty of forestry wildfire expert Lori Daniels what can be done.
