Letter to the editor
A new Knowledge Network documentary on the escalating wildfire crisis in B.C. features many communities including Invermere.
As the province braces for another intense fire season, a five-part documentary series offers a timely inside look at the troubling trend.
Airing Tuesdays at 8 p.m. PST, the first four episodes are now available to stream online for free. The series titled ‘Wildfire’ follows the BC Wildfire Service as they confront fires such as the Horsethief Creek in 2023, Donnie Creek, Gun Lake, Lytton and more, highlighting both the scale of destruction and the resilience of those on the front lines.
The documentary explores what’s at stake, and also examines how Indigenous-led firefighting teams and traditional knowledge are increasingly playing a key role in shaping modern wildfire response.
The filmmakers gained extraordinarily rare access to crews on the ground, capturing the bravery, strategy, and emotional toll behind the scenes.
From initial attack crews to specialized air attack, parattack, and rapattack teams, Wildfire follows elite first responders as they combat the rising threat of today’s modern mega-fires.
The resilience of those affected by the devastation is highlighted, showcasing the strength and determination of communities as they rally together to face the challenge.
Ashley Best, Jive PR + Digital
