Investment in Telkwa‘s Water System Enhances Wildfire Safety Enhancing Community Safety Amidst the Threat of Wildfires As wildfires continue to pose an increased risk throughout British Columbia, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs, led by Anne Kang, remains committed to investing in reliable infrastructure to safeguard communities. Telkwa, a village in B.C., has received much-needed support […]
Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire Continues to Threaten Adams Lake Area Security Measures in Place Despite Concerns of Residents The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) has reported that the Lower East Adams Lake wildfire, which is currently burning near the southeast corner of Adams Lake, has not resulted in any reports of looting or theft. […]
Devastating Wildfire Destroys Structures in Southern British Columbia Recreational Community Introduction A popular recreational community in southern British Columbia has faced significant losses as the Downton Lake wildfire, located 110 kilometers northwest of Whistler, intensifies. The wildfire, sparked by lightning on July 13, had been slowly progressing through steep, wooded terrain at the western end […]
Major Structure Fire in Downtown Vernon: Updates and Response Road Closures and Evacuation The Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) is currently on the scene of a major structure fire in downtown Vernon. The fire was first reported at approximately 2:30 a.m. in the 2800-block of 30th Street. As a result, the following roads are closed […]