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'Stumbled right into it': AI images trick wildfire expert during crisis
Experts warn of a 'supercharged' era of misinformation, as AI-generated images—including over a half-dozen found by BIV—are ...
The Vancouver Sun6h
Out-of-control wildfire on Vancouver Island will cause more smoke, say wildfire service
An out-of-control wildfire on Vancouver Island has grown “minimally” in size, but is expected to generate more smoke. Madison ...
Heat warnings issued for large sections of southern B.C.
Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued heat warnings for large portions of southwest B.C. as wildfire fighters ...
Island wildfire evacuees could return home by Monday
Some Wesley Ridge wildfire evacuees might be able to return home Monday, almost two weeks since the blaze began, the Nanaimo ...
Vancouver Is Awesome19h
Officials say out-of-control wildfire on Vancouver Island will cause more smoke
The B.C. Wildfire Service says rising temperatures will lead to more smoke from the Wesley Ridge wildfire burning on ...
Extreme wildfire risk prompts closure of all Crown land in New Brunswick
Extremely dry and dangerous conditions mean that all industrial and recreational activities on Crown land are prohibited as of midnight Saturday.
B.C. climate news: Wildfire smoke causing health issues across North America | Scientists now know what's causing billions of sea stars to die
Here's all the latest local and international news concerning climate change for the week of Aug. 4 to Aug. 10, 2025.
CHEK News22h
Wesley Ridge Wildfire expected to bring smoke throughout the summer
Those evacuated from the Wesley Ridge Wildfire may get to go home by Monday, according to the Regional District of Nanaimo ...