Weatherhood B.C.

Recognizing the challenges posed by climate-induced displacement is important. But officials must avoid rhetoric about displaced people that can fuel xenophobia.

Over the long weekend, winds of up to 80km/h are expected in B.C.'s northwest; sun and hazy skies for the South Coast; and persistent drought conditions everywhere.

Coffee capsules aren’t the biggest carbon culprits. It’s better to use a capsule than to waste coffee and water.

The 21st century has not been kind to the planet's inhabitants, as floods, fires, hurricanes, tornadoes, droughts, and heat waves have caused havoc with historic frequency and severity.

Tracking CO2 emissions with satellites can help to support emission reduction efforts under the Paris Agreement.

A Canada-wide poll found 19% of B.C. residents affected by wildfires or smoke say they're thinking about moving somewhere else — the most of any jurisdiction.

Several researchers have started looking into how fine particulate matter from wildfire smoke can enter the body and travel to the brain.

The BC Wildfire Service published a video of a fire tornado spotted last week north of Pemberton, B.C., at the Downton Lake wildfire.

Vancouver's smoky days are behind it, for now.

Under these conditions, everyone should reduce or reschedule strenuous activities outdoors. Children, the elderly, or at risk should avoid outdoor physical activity all together.