Rising heat increases Saskatchewan's fire risk
Digital Reporter
Tuesday, July 15, 2014, 12:59 PM -
FLOODS
As flood clean-up continues and claims for disaster assistance roll in, the Saskatchewan government is warning people to beware of fraud.
Officials say it's a good idea to talk to staff with the Provincial Disaster Assistance Program before signing off on repairs.
It's also important to use legitimate companies when looking for repair work.
Flood waters finally receding in #Sask. See our map of the worst affected communities: https://t.co/KIHBkRRGiv pic.twitter.com/24tjUSvvg0
— Metro Saskatoon (@metrosaskatoon) July 11, 2014
FIRES
While parts of the province deal with record flooding, others are bracing for a wildfire threat.
Warming temperatures across the province mid-week combined with gusty winds and tinder dry conditions in some places are the perfect ingredients for fire activity.
Officials say it doesn't take long for the fire risk to increase rapidly and as result, residents are advised to be careful with anything that could cause fires including campfires and driving an all-terrain vehicle.
With files from The Canadian Press
