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Originally Posted by Dengler Avenue
Perhaps feds should allow first nations to perform the burning as part of the latter's traditional duty...? That definitely saves money.
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Some integrated programs of off season burning with local natives would be a good idea (not just in the interior but also the Gulf Islands / Vancouver Island) but to really correct this problem it will require involvement and commitment from all levels of government and communities.
Okanagan Mountain Fire now 400 HA
Mt. Eneas has doubled to 1000 HA.
Some evacuations are now in progress.