08/21/2023
There is a vulnerability inside when mother nature is in control. As the impacts of global boiling intensify, how can we safeguard ourselves against Mother Nature’s fury? This photo by magicandflowmedia depicts a dire situation unfolding in our community right now. A relentless wildfire has leapt across Okanagan Lake and is now advancing towards Kelowna and Lake Country. As this disaster unfolds, embers rain down and are propelled by fierce winds. Heartfelt gratitude to the brave emergency personnel tirelessly battling the wildfires. Your unwavering dedication and selfless efforts are a beacon of hope during these challenging times. Your courage is inspiring, and your commitment to protecting lives and the community is truly remarkable. Thank you for your incredible work and sacrifices! I also applaud this amazing community that time and time again is here for one another in the face of adversity and challenge. I love this community and the people that band together to make it strong.
Last night before bed my son and I said a prayer for our Okanagan community. We woke up this morning to a thick smoky calmness that hasn’t been felt for a few days. I was filled with hope that all our Okanagan residents, colleagues and friends had not suffered more loss over night due the wildfire. And I was filled with passion to do more and do better to protect our community. In my role as a sustainable home designer with , the fire-resilience of buildings is always top of mind, especially in this climate-challenged age. It’s imperative that we retrofit our buildings to combat climate crisis. We have the tools at our disposal. By retrofitting for resilience with net zero and passive design principles we can preserve what we cherish. Every single one of us has a part in this. No matter your profession, we need to pool our collective know-how and innovation to craft a future that's both resilient and sustainable. The actions we take now will shape the safety and future of our
Let's come together, innovate, and lead the way forward.