Due to increased wildfire activity, everyone is encouraged to take steps to be prepared

Funding will help local governments, First Nations co-ordinate emergency responses

Province, federal government, municipality work together to strengthen flood defences

Check fire restrictions, road conditions before heading out

People in British Columbia encouraged to stay alert, reduce wildfire risk, be prepared

Province supports projects to reduce flood threat in Vernon, Penticton, Lumby

Emergency planning, risk assessments established for municipalities, regional districts

Provincial test ensures readiness of public alerting system