# Terrace, BC arson incidents

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/terrace-bc-arson-incidents
> Updated: 2026-08-07T21:10:20.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

On August 4, 2026 a fire was deliberately set on Greig Avenue in Terrace, British Columbia. Firefighters contained the blaze quickly, and the Terrace RCMP opened a suspected‑arson investigation.

Two days later, fire chief Joe Brousson reported a broader rise in deliberately set fires across the community. Since January, officials have recorded twelve suspicious incidents involving homes, other structures, wooded areas, dumpsters and vehicles. The chief cited the August 4 house fire as a recent example and emphasized cooperation with the RCMP, urging residents to report any smoke, flames or suspicious activity.

The situation has thus shifted from a single confirmed arson case to a recognized pattern of arson activity prompting heightened public vigilance and ongoing police‑fire department collaboration.

## Claims

- Fire chief Joe Brousson says there has been an increase in deliberately set fires in Terrace. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- There have been 12 suspicious fires in Terrace since January. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The suspicious fires have targeted buildings, wooded areas, dumpsters, vehicles, and residential and commercial properties. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Lighters and gasoline are the main ignition sources for the arson incidents. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- A 911 call on August 4, 2026 enabled firefighters to quickly extinguish a fire set against a house on the 4400 Block of Greig Avenue. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The Terrace fire department is working closely with the RCMP to determine the origin, cause and intent of each fire incident. (corroborated by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-07: Terrace fire chief reports surge in arson incidents

Terrace fire chief Joe Brousson reports 12 arson incidents since January, using lighters and gasoline, and urges 911 calls; the department is working with the RCMP on investigations.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/terrace-fire-chief-reports-surge-in-arson-incidents

### 2026-08-05: Terrace, BC house fire deemed arson as investigation continues

A suspected arson fire on Greig Ave in Terrace, BC on Aug 4, 2026 was quickly contained; fire chief Joel Brousson urges witnesses to contact the RCMP.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/terrace-bc-house-fire-deemed-arson-as-investigation-continues

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