Jasper is burning...

[Photon440]

Extent of Jasper wildfire damage still unknown; Alberta Wildfire hosting update

 

[RemCharger]

Yeah that is TERRIBLE.

 

[Wookie316]

Seen some videos. There is nothing left. My heart aches for all those affected.

 

[BLK 68 R/T]

That’s terrible! Hopefully they bring some planes and helicopters to drop some serious doses of retardant or water and get it knocked out asap.

 

[cr8crshr]

I've been noticing lately, that these fires are becoming more frequent and around the same time in multiple locations. This leads me to ask, is it a coincidence or purposely set? I'm inclined to think that they are done on purpose. Areas where camping isn't all that prevalent and some far off the beaten path. I live right next to BLM land where shooters frequent and at times cause fires because they haven't a clue about the tinder box kindling that is everywhere out there. And should a fire start, are unprepared to at least have extinguishing devices to help curtail one until help arrives. Instead, they bolt and let it run its course. We do get at times, afternoon and early evening thunder and lightning storms that do drop some rain, but as dry as it is out here in the West, it's bound to happen. Canada now does what? The last couple of years have had significant ones burning up way too much of their forest land consumed. How did they get so large and rapid in their growth??? If they are being started by arsonists, then why cannot they be caught in the act??? cr8crshr/Bill

 

[CHARGERSTEVEN]

These fires are. Very destructive, you would think buy now our country would come up with a better plan to have earlier control before they get out of control.They should send our newly acquired immigrants to fight these fires. Mite solve two problems at once

 

[gdrill]

I believe that “national parks” are still allowed to burn “naturally”. Townsites will be defended but I think the forest is at the mercy of Mother Nature.

 

[Don Frelier]

I was going to plan a trip up there in September.
An awful thing as it's a wonderful place.

 

[oldkimmer]

Just like up at Fort McMurry Alberta, Trudeau let the city burn to the ground b4 he sent help that was too little too late. Kim

 

[kiwigtx]

I believe that “national parks” are still allowed to burn “naturally”.

Because some forests depend upon fire for the regrowth cycle.

 

[Runcharger]

Most of this could have been prevented by responsible preparedness. Unfortunately leadership with the skillset to deal with things like this are not in place. This country isn't worth a pinch of $%# right now.

 

[Dave6T4]

Yeah, we should be sweeping between the trees, like they do in Norway! LOL

 

[kiwigtx]

Yeah, we should be sweeping between the trees, like they do in Norway! LOL

Good....start by sweeping the trees.

 

[Runcharger]

More like cut down old growth, Prep and replant properly afterwards, replace 5 gallon bucket helicopters with large planes for huge amounts of water and fire retardent etc. Loggers 30 years ago were a huge asset, they're replaced by multinational companies that don't care and get whatever they want, not what's right.
This province is covered in lakes and yet they let fires get out of control before doing anything.
This province was offered more aircraft over the winter, they turned them down, they prefer spending the money cleaning up the mess rather than stopping the mess.

 

[qkcuda]

Terrible loss. We travelled there several years ago. Last time I had been there was when I was a teenager, and I gained a whole new appreciation for the beauty of the area.

 

[Photon440]

So, it's reported the US can by overhead satellite parked 20,000+ miles up can detect a missile launch by its heat signature in one second.
Seems like with all the license plate readers we have, satellite detection, and AI, we could now get a handle of these destructive fires.

Wildfire satellite plans for 2029 launch: WildFireSat: Enhancing Canada's ability to manage wildfires

 

[cr8crshr]

To add to this post, a clear example of what people do to cause these events to happen. This guy should be hung!!! cr8crshr/Bill

Chico man, 42, suspected of starting massive Park Fire that is burning out of control

Ronnie Stout, 42, of Chico is accused of starting the Park Fire that has charred more than 164,000 acres. Here's what the DA said about the arrest.

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California's largest wildfire explodes in size as fires rage across US West

California's largest active fire exploded in size on Friday evening, growing rapidly amid bone-dry fuel and threatening thousands of homes as firefighters scrambled to meet the danger. The Park Fire's intensity and rapid spread led fire officials to make unwelcome comparisons to the monstrous...

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[cr8crshr]

Got more to add as this is totally insane!!! cr8crshr/Bill

Man Allegedly Starts 36-Acre Wildfire By Driving Truck For More Than 4 Miles With No Tire

A man in Northern California stands accused of starting a 36-acre wildfire earlier this week by driving his truck with no front tire for more than four miles, causing sparks to catch in three separate places in Sonoma County.

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California's largest wildfire explodes in size as fires rage across US West

California's largest active fire exploded in size on Friday evening, growing rapidly amid bone-dry fuel and threatening thousands of homes as firefighters scrambled to meet the danger. The Park Fire's intensity and rapid spread led fire officials to make unwelcome comparisons to the monstrous...

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‘Extreme’ California blaze could mark dangerous turning point for wildfire season

A massive wildfire is engulfing Northern California in flames — ravaging structures and forcing the evacuation of thousands of residents from their homes. The Park Fire, California’s largest blaze this season thus far, was ripping through Butte and Tehama counties and was only 3 percent...

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[Budnicks]

Damn that looks like the SoCal fires...