Wildfire fighters need to be aware of signs of PTSD

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Wildfire fighters need to be aware of signs of PTSD

May 14, 2019
By CBC News

May 13, 2019, B.C. - As the B.C. wildfire season approaches, a former first responder says more needs to be done to help firefighters deal with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. CBC News reports | READ MORE

BC Wildfire Service@BCGovFireInfo·

23h

So far, this year we have had a total of 180 personnel from Quebec come to support firefighting efforts across B.C. 113 personnel arrived yesterday and will head to the Okanagan Complex.

CP24@CP24·

Environment Canada says wildfire smoke is affecting air quality and visibility in a stretch of Ontario today, including Toronto.
https://www.cp24.com/news/smoke-from-forest-fires-affecting-air-quality-over-stretch-of-ontario-weather-office-1.5523215

Alberta Wildfire@AlbertaWildfire·

Yesterday Alberta sent firefighters to two provinces in need of help. A 20-person crew left for British Columbia, and another 28 firefighters and support staff departed for Ontario. Best of luck and safe travels!

Fire Fighting in Canada | Firehall.com @FireinCanada·

23 Jul

The Trauma and Recovery Lab at McMaster University is inviting first responders and all public safety personnel to participate in a study on mental health and, if applicable, minority stress during the pandemic. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/3hZebVt

Fire Fighting in Canada | Firehall.com @FireinCanada·

21 Jul

Today's the day! We'll be presenting a free webinar called "Training Management for the Fire Service After COVID-19: Lessons Learned". Free at 1:00 pm? You can register here: https://bit.ly/3hMhb7w

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