B.C. Liberals call for state of emergency to deal with provincial wildfires
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PRINCE GEORGE, B.C. — The BC Liberals are calling on John Horgan and the NDP to enact a provincial state of emergency due to the raging wildfires ravaging parts of the province.
Prince George-Mackenzie MLA Mike Morris says a state of emergency provides certainty that resources will be available to those on the ground and in need.
He says it also applies to the whole province and ensures federal, provincial and local resources can be delivered in a coordinated response to protect the public.
“B.C. has incredibly professional emergency workers, and those on the frontlines need a provincial government that responds quickly and effectively so that resources, staffing, and equipment, are never an issue when it comes to life-threatening situations,” added Morris. “The time for action is now. The Premier must enact a provincial State of Emergency to help protect the people and property at risk of wildfires immediately.”
