"Canada Braces for 'Catastrophic' Wildfire Season Amid Hot Weather Forecast"

Canada is at risk of another severe wildfire season due to forecasted higher temperatures and El Niño conditions, following last year's record-breaking fire season. The government attributes the increased frequency and intensity of wildfires to climate change and is allocating funds for new equipment and additional firefighters. Severe weather, including wildfires, caused over C$3.1bn in insured damages in 2023, and the province of British Columbia is facing low snowpack levels, raising concerns about drought and wildfire potential.