Post Wildfire Risk Analysis Reports
October 22, 2024
The Province of British Columbia’s Ministry of Forests has released its post wildfire natural hazards risk analysis for the following wildfires in 2024:
Komonko Creek Wildfire – Electoral Area H
Ponderosa Wildfire – Electoral Area H
Argenta Creek Wildfire – Electoral Area D
Following a wildfire, the chances of soil erosion, landslides, and floods can increase. The risk can be increased with intense rainfall or rapid snowmelt. To better understand the risk, the Ministry of Forests conducts post wildfire analyses of the hazard areas that affect residents.
The report contains information on potential hazards and risks following a wildfire, such as downslope and downstream risks to life, property, and infrastructure.
Click on the link for the this year’s reports as well as previous wildfire events in your community: www.rdck.ca/hazardreports
If you have any further questions, you can reach out to the RDCK's Emergency Management Department at 250.352.7701
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