In 2024, British Columbia faced its fourth largest wildfire season, with over 1.07 million hectares burned.
View a map with the location and details of all active wildfires in B.C., current wildfire statistics and additional resources.
B.C. experiences an average of 1,600 wildfires per year. Prepare yourself, your home and your community now.
A tool for maintaining the health and safety of B.C.’s forests, communities, and wildlife.
View a map with the location and details of all active wildfires in B.C., current wildfire statistics and additional resources.
Explore publicly issued bulletins, updates on wildfire activity across B.C. and other wildfire information.
Restrictions on fire use and other outdoor activities may be implemented to reduce human-caused wildfires.
The goal of the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) Prevention Program is to reduce the negative impacts of wildfire on public safety, property, the environment and the economy using the seven disciplines of the FireSmart program.
Preparing for a wildfire event increases the resiliency of our homes and communities.
The BC Wildfire Service employs skilled personnel to detect, monitor and respond to an average of 1,600 wildfires per year.
Wildfire recovery considers the social, economic and environmental impacts a wildfire may have on an area.
Find out how the BC Wildfire Service manages wildfires and what jobs are available, learn about the history and governance behind the organization, and get statistics and geospatial data from previous fire seasons.
The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) works with various partners at all stages of wildfire management. Our guide aims to strengthen our collective effectiveness by understanding our complementary roles and responsibilities.
The official BC Wildfire Service mobile app is available for free download in the App Store and on Google Play.
The App provides up-to-date wildfire information on your mobile phone, helping you stay informed.
Having trouble? Check out the App Reference Guide for resources and troubleshooting.
Current provincial evacuation advisories from Emergency Info BC.
Wildfires can impact road access and highways. Know before you go, check DriveBC.
Report a wildfire:
1-800-663-5555 or *5555 on a cell
Automated general information line: 1-888-336-7378
Burn registration line: 1-888-797-1717
Twitter: @BCGovFireInfo
Facebook: BC Wildfire Service
Youtube: BCWS YouTube
Media contacts: Media Information
