Vancouver Fire and Rescue Services [VFRS] says there’s been a “deeply concerning” increase in fires during the first half of 2023.
Public information officer Captain Matthew Trudeau says in a statement that in 2023, there have already been 31 per cent more fires than in the same period last year — the most fires Vancouver has ever experienced in that amount of time.
“VFRS appeals to every member of the community to prioritize fire safety in their daily lives,” said Trudeau.
“Simple actions like properly extinguishing cigarettes, using battery lights instead of candles and keeping flammable items away from ignition sources can make a significant difference in preventing fires.”
During this time, the service responded to 2,113
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