Scott reiterated that flying drones in fire zones isn't only dangerous; it's also illegal, reminding people that doing so is a federal crime in the U.S., with penalties reaching up to $75,000 in fines or even a year in prison.
Since 1994, Quebec has been sending firefighting planes to Los Angeles as part of an agreement with California. This year, those planes have proven especially important as large fires burn through neighbourhoods like Palisades and Eaton Canyon, destroying thousands of acres and forcing over 153,000 people to evacuate.
The Canadian government has also stepped up. Earlier this week, Justin Trudeau announced that Canada was prepared to send 250 firefighters, along with aircraft and other resources.
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Federal Civil Protection Minister Harjit Sajjan confirmed that the Canadian Forces are on standby to transport personnel and equipment.
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The National Weather Service says a brief lull in high winds is expected over the weekend, but further intensification could occur between Tuesday and Wednesday next week.
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A Quebec firefighting plane was hit by a drone while battling California wildfires
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/firefighters-combat-a-raging-wildfire-with-water-hoses-amidst-a-glowing-orange-skyline-right-a-quebec-firefighting-plane-drops.jpg?id=55541129&width=1200&height=800&coordinates=97%2C0%2C98%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>Wildfires in Los Angeles continue to rage, and firefighters from all over are stepping in to help. As a result, two planes from Quebec's SOPFEU (the province's forest fire protection agency) are in California. But things took a turn for the worse when one of them collided with a drone.</p><p>According to <a href="https://x.com/PIOErikScott/status/1877599087492739291?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1877599087492739291%7Ctwgr%5E7f18c73b730ba6da6dc76dcb82476dd8fc2374f8%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mtlblog.com%2Fr%2Fentryeditor%2F2670792956distribution" target="_self">Captain Erik Scott</a> of the Los Angeles County Fire Department, the incident happened on Thursday afternoon while the SuperScooper Québec 1 was flying over an area over the Palisades. </p><p>The civilian drone, which wasn't authorized to be in the area, hit the plane's wing, causing damage that grounded the aircraft. Luckily, no one was hurt, but the plane is out of action for now.</p><blockquote class="rm-embed twitter-tweet" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1877599087492739291">
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<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script><p>Scott reiterated that flying drones in fire zones isn't only dangerous; it's also illegal, reminding people that doing so is a federal crime in the U.S., with penalties reaching up to $75,000 in fines or even a year in prison.</p><p>Since 1994, Quebec has been sending firefighting planes to Los Angeles as part of an agreement with California. This year, those planes have proven especially important as large fires burn through neighbourhoods like Palisades and Eaton Canyon, destroying thousands of acres and forcing over 153,000 people to evacuate.</p><p>The Canadian government has also stepped up. Earlier this week, Justin Trudeau announced that Canada was prepared to send 250 firefighters, along with aircraft and other resources.</p><blockquote class="rm-embed twitter-tweet" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1877446487358968285">
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<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script><p>Federal Civil Protection Minister Harjit Sajjan confirmed that the Canadian Forces are on standby to transport personnel and equipment.</p><blockquote class="rm-embed twitter-tweet" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1877451186607116460">
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<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script><p>The <a href="https://www.weather.gov/lox/" target="_blank">National Weather Service</a> says a brief lull in high winds is expected over the weekend, but further intensification could occur between Tuesday and Wednesday next week.</p><p><em>Love this? Check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/notices/" target="_blank">MTL Blog noticeboard</a> for details on jobs, benefits, travel info and more!</em></p><p><em>AI tools may have been used to support the creation or distribution of this content; however, it has been carefully edited and fact-checked by a member of MTL Blog's Editorial team. For more information on our use of AI, please visit our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/editorial-standards" target="_blank">Editorial Standards page</a>.</em><br/></p>
Wildfires in Los Angeles continue to rage, and firefighters from all over are stepping in to help. As a result, two planes from Quebec’s SOPFEU (the province’s forest fire protection agency) are in California. But things took a turn for the worse when one of them collided with a drone.
According to Captain Erik Scott of the Los Angeles County Fire Department, the incident happened on Thursday afternoon while the SuperScooper Québec 1 was flying over an area over the Palisades.
The civilian drone, which wasn’t authorized to be in the area, hit the plane’s wing, causing damage that grounded the aircraft. Luckily, no one was hurt, but the plane is out of action for now.
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Scott reiterated that flying drones in fire zones isn’t only dangerous; it’s also illegal, reminding people that doing so is a federal crime in the U.S., with penalties reaching up to $75,000 in fines or even a year in prison.
Since 1994, Quebec has been sending firefighting planes to Los Angeles as part of an agreement with California. This year, those planes have proven especially important as large fires burn through neighbourhoods like Palisades and Eaton Canyon, destroying thousands of acres and forcing over 153,000 people to evacuate.
The Canadian government has also stepped up. Earlier this week, Justin Trudeau announced that Canada was prepared to send 250 firefighters, along with aircraft and other resources.
— (@)
Federal Civil Protection Minister Harjit Sajjan confirmed that the Canadian Forces are on standby to transport personnel and equipment.
— (@)
The National Weather Service says a brief lull in high winds is expected over the weekend, but further intensification could occur between Tuesday and Wednesday next week.
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<a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/eat-drink/" target="_blank">Montreal's food scene</a> just earned more global recognition, with two of the city's premier restaurants landing on <a href="https://www.forbestravelguide.com/award-winners" target="_blank">Forbes’ Travel Guide Star Awards 2025</a> list of the world's top restaurants.
</p><p> The annual rankings are compiled by anonymous inspectors who evaluate fine dining establishments based on 900+ criteria, including food quality, service, ambiance, and even the aesthetics of their cocktails.
</p><p> This year's results prove that Montreal remains a top-tier culinary destination, offering cutting-edge gastronomy and plenty of French luxury options without the flight to Paris.
</p><p> With that in mind, here's a closer look at the pair of Montreal spots that earned a well-deserved nod.
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Address: 900, place Jean-Paul-Riopelle, Montreal, QC</p><p>Cuisine: French</p><p>Price: 💸💸💸💸</p><p>Forbes rating: Four-Star</p><p>According to Forbes, Toqué! has "undoubtedly raised the bar in Montreal's thriving upscale dining scene," with the restaurant setting itself apart with inventive dishes that showcase Quebec's best ingredients. </p><p>Highlighted menu staples included their marinated princess scallops in blueberry water, bluefin tuna loin glazed with tomato and herb mayonnaise, and duck magret with yellow foot mushrooms and black garlic puree.</p><p>Forbes notes that "though the dress code at this Four-Star restaurant is humbly listed as casual, we think this is one occasion worth dressing up for."</p><h3>Maison Boulud</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DA_WS4BzJxE/?img_index=1" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Address: 1228, rue Sherbrooke O., Montreal, QC (Inside the Ritz-Carlton)</p><p>Cuisine: French-Canadian</p><p>Price: 💸💸💸💸</p><p>Forbes rating<strong data-redactor-tag="strong">:</strong> Recommended</p><p>Maison Boulud inside the Ritz-Carlton Montreal was praised for blending "Canadian comfort with French luxury," to offer an elegant yet relaxed fine dining experience. </p><p>The menu, led by chef Daniel Boulud, is built around exceptional ingredients, sublimated by a touch of creativity and fantasy. Staple dishes like potato gnocchi with fresh Madeleine Islands lobster and coral emulsion and duck served with seared foie gras and bigarade sauce both earned shoutouts.</p><p>As for dessert, the publication singled out the chocolate coulant with liquid caramel, fleur de sel, and caramelized milk ice cream, noting that "no one tastes it without raving about it for weeks."</p><p> Montreal wasn't the only Quebec town with top-tier dining. Chez Muffy in Quebec City also earned a Four-Star rating from Forbes this year. Located in the Auberge Saint-Antoine, Chez Muffy is known for its farm-to-table concept, featuring seasonal ingredients from Île d’Orléans and beyond. Forbes praised the restaurant's intimate and sophisticated atmosphere, calling it an "ideal setting for a business date or a romantic meal."
</p><p> If you’re curious about which other Canadian spots made the cut, you can check out the full list of Travel Guide Star Awards winners on <a href="https://www.forbestravelguide.com/award-winners" target="_blank">Forbes' website</a>.
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