Western Canada is grappling with a severe wildfire season, exacerbated by thousands of lightning strikes. British Columbia is particularly affected, with nearly 34,000 strikes in the last week igniting numerous new blazes. As of Friday, the province faced 90 active wildfires and 25 evacuation orders, prompting concerns for residents. Prime Minister Mark Carney described the situation as one of the most intense wildfire seasons the country has experienced. Warming temperatures and dry conditions are forecast to worsen the situation, potentially leading to fire growth. Authorities are working to contain the fires and ensure public safety, but challenging weather conditions hinder their efforts.