B.C. wildfire surge linked to annual “spring dip” phenomenon

Monday, May 5, 2025, 8:21 pm

British Columbia is experiencing a seasonal spike in wildfire activity, described by officials as a natural “spring dip.” Despite the predictable uptick, the increased number of blazes has raised eyebrows and prompted heightened monitoring, as residents and firefighters alike keep a wary eye on the unfolding conditions.

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globalnews.ca / ‘Spring dip’ causing uptick in B.C. wildfires

The number of wildfires in B.C. has roughly doubled over the past several days, but the BC Wildfire Service says the activity can be attributed to the annual "spring dip."

thestar.com / 'Spring dip' causing steep uptick in active B.C. wildfires: BCWS information officer

VANCOUVER - The number of wildfires in British Columbia has roughly doubled over the past several days, but an information officer with the BC Wildfire Service says the activity can be attributed to the annual "spring dip."

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