Over 110 firefighters from Mexico landing in Abbotsford to support wildfire response in B.C.

ABBOTSFORD — Wildfire crews from Mexico are landing at the Abbotsford International Airport to support firefighting efforts in British Columbia.

Ravi Parmar, minister of forests, welcomed more than 110 firefighting personnel at the airport early Monday afternoon (Aug. 3).

“Supporting our neighbours and communities, showing hospitality to our partners and taking care of each other. These are the values that make me proud to be a British Columbian,” said Parmar.

“They’ve travelled from their homes to help us protect ours amidst a challenging wildfire season […] Whether support comes from within B.C., across Canada or around the world, every person who joins the effort strengthens our response capacity and helps ensure resources are available when and where they are needed most.”