How this app uses official data

Companion to 911

WildFire-Ready is a companion to 911 and official emergency services — not a replacement. In an emergency, call 911 and follow the instructions of local authorities, Alert Ready, EmergencyInfoBC, and Alberta Emergency.

Data accuracy

Fire, air quality, road, weather, and detection information shown in the app comes from public government sources. Those feeds can be delayed, incomplete, or temporarily unavailable. Always confirm critical details with the authoritative source before acting.

Fire restrictions

Fire bans, campfire restrictions, and off-road vehicle restrictions are issued by provincial regulators. Only their current, official posting is authoritative. Check the regulator directly before lighting a fire or travelling.

Emergencies

If you see smoke, flame, or a life-safety situation, call 911 and follow the instructions of local authorities. Do not rely on this app to alert first responders.

Data sources

WildFire-Ready covers Western Canada and 18 western US states (Alaska to Texas), deepest in BC and Alberta. The full per-layer source list lives on the dashboard data-sources page. Core feeds:

• BC Wildfire Service
• Alberta Wildfire
• Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency & Manitoba Wildfire Service
• Canadian Wildland Fire Information System (CWFIS) — Natural Resources Canada
• US National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC / WFIGS)
• US National Weather Service (Red Flag & Fire Warnings)
• US state evacuation feeds (CalOES, Oregon OEM, Arizona DEMA) & Genasys Protect (CO/UT/NM)
• NASA FIRMS (VIIRS / MODIS satellite hotspots)
• Environment and Climate Change Canada — AQHI
• DriveBC
• 511 Alberta

WildFire-Ready is available in English and Canadian French. Change the language anytime in Profile → Language.