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The Town that Burnt Down in a Day

In June 2021, a severe heatwave struck the Pacific North-West, including the Canadian province of British Columbia where the town of Lytton was engulfed by wildfire.

In June 2021, a severe heatwave struck the Pacific North-West, including the Canadian province of British Columbia. The town of Lytton was engulfed by wildfire, with temperatures reaching a blistering 49.6C, breaking all records. As the community tried to rebuild destroyed homes and businesses, it faced a new challenge. How could it plan for an uncertain, hotter future?

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Thu 11 Aug 2022 23:30GMT
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