B.C. not the only province with wildfires
WINNIPEG — It may not be as dramatic in Manitoba as it is in other parts of the country, but British Columbia isn’t the only province feeling the heat this forest fire season.
As of August 1st, 75 fires are currently burning in the province, many of those caused by the extreme heat and lack of rain.
Manitoba Conservation’s fire program manager, Gary Friesen, said the weather is cause for concern right across the prairies.
“We do need some rain throughout the province,” said Friesen. “Hopefully with a little less lightning, because the conditions are good for starting those lightning fires.”