A wildfire burns in northern Manitoba near Flin Flon, as seen from a helicopter surveying the situation, Tuesday, May 14, 2024. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/David Lipnowski)
The Manitoba government is investing $1.2 million to upgrade the Manitoba Wildfire Service’s weather and fire-mapping systems, aiming to improve emergency response and public safety.
The overhaul will introduce an advanced weather information system and a new fire-mapping application to replace outdated platforms currently in use. The upgrades will allow faster, more accurate reporting and better access to real-time data, officials said.
“By integrating advanced mapping tools and data platforms, we are creating a system that is more responsive, more reliable, and more effective at supporting the safety and health of Manitobans during the wildfire season,” said Innovation and New Technology Minister Mike Moroz, in a release.
The changes are part of a multi-year modernization initiative. The new platforms are expected to be fully operational by 2026.
