2021 was a devastating year for wildfires in BC, with many communities across the province severely impacted by a long, dry and hot season. While the risk of wildfires is currently low, as temperatures rise so does the risk of wildfires. Trans Mountain actively monitors potential impacts to the pipeline system during wildfire season and collaborates with local response agencies in our preparedness efforts.
Throughout the year, we facilitate emergency response training exercises and work closely with our contractors and local community members to prepare for wildfire season. We’ve also provided training opportunities for our construction crews in higher wildfire risk areas, including hosting S-100 Wildfire Fighting Training with Surerus Murphy Joint Venture and Whispering Pines/Clinton Indian Band.