PG Fire Centre sending crew to battle wildfires in Quebec, Ontario

The Rhino Unit crew out of Fort Saint John has been deployed to help battle the raging wildfires plaguing Quebec and Ontario.

That’s according to the Prince George Fire Centre.

In the event, wildfire activity intensifies in the north, spokesperson, Alex Lane stated they can be returned.

“We are headed into the summer and August is typically the most active month of the BC Wildfire season so it is important for British Columbians and visitors to remain vigilant and ensure that they are using fire safely.”

Crews can be deployed out-of-province for up to 19 days.

In total, over 200 members from across BC are heading east including crews from 100 Mile House and Quesnel.

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Brendan Pawliw
Brendan Pawliw
Since moving to Prince George in 2015, Brendan has covered local sports including the WHL’s Prince George Cougars, Prince George Spruce Kings, UNBC Timberwolves, Cariboo Cougars AAA, and Northern Capitals U18 female hockey teams. Career highlights include play-by-play during the Spruce Kings' BCHL championship runs in 2018 and 2019, including the Doyle Cup win. He also covered the 2019 National Junior A Championship, the 2017 Telus Cup, the 2022 World Women’s Curling Championship, and the 2022 BC Summer Games. Brendan is the news voice on 94.3 The Goat and Country 97 FM, reporting on crime, real estate, labour, and environmental issues. Outside of work, he officiates box lacrosse and fastball, sits on the Prince George Sports Hall of Fame board, and co-hosts the Hockey North podcast.

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