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. […]
Stretch of Highway 3 Closed Due to Wildfire near Osoyoos Introduction A raging wildfire near Osoyoos in British Columbia has forced authorities to close a stretch of Highway 3. The fire, fueled by high winds and the rugged landscape, has presented an escalating challenge for firefighters. The closure of the highway has disrupted travel and […]
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 […]
Amber Alert cancelled: Two missing B.C. children found safe, say RCMP Background In a recent development that brought relief to communities across British Columbia, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) have announced that two missing children have been found safe. The widespread concern sparked the activation of an Amber Alert, a nationwide system designed to […]
Now we’re being broken apart: Some Lake Louise Ski Resort staff laid off after fire Introduction The recent wildfire in Horsethief Creek near Invermere, British Columbia, has had an unprecedented impact on the Lake Louise Ski Resort. The escalation of this threat, which has engulfed vast areas of the region, has resulted in the difficult […]
Now we’re being broken apart: Some Lake Louise Ski Resort staff laid off after fire Introduction A devastating wildfire in Horsethief Creek, near Invermere, B.C., has resulted in layoffs for some staff at the iconic Lake Louise Ski Resort. The blaze has wreaked havoc not only on the local community but also on the livelihoods […]
Ross Moore Lake Wildfire Grows to 2,600 Hectares Image Credit: CFJC Today / Kent Simmonds July 25, 2023 | 10:15 AM It is with some relief that the Thompson Nicola Regional District (TNRD) provided an update on the Ross Moore Lake wildfire, which is currently burning south of Kamloops. While there has been no sudden […]
Wildfire Threatens Kamloops: Emergency Response and Evacuations Underway Background An aggressive wildfire, known as the Ross Moore Lake fire, is currently burning 13 kilometers south of Kamloops in British Columbia. The fire, which was initially reported on Friday afternoon, has seen significant growth, expanding from less than 100 hectares on Saturday morning to 1,800 hectares […]
Kamloops Wildfire Continues to Grow, Posing Threat to City By | July 12, 2021 | Kamloops, BC Update: BC Wildfire Service Takes Action Against Ross Moore Lake Wildfire According to the BC Wildfire Service, a heavy equipment task force will be working to combat the Ross Moore Lake wildfire throughout the day on Sunday. The […]
Air Quality Plummets as Blanket of Wildfire Smoke Covers Toronto Introduction Environment Canada has issued a warning for high levels of air pollution in Toronto due to the presence of heavy smoke from ongoing forest fires in Ontario and Quebec. The smoke plumes have reached the region, causing air quality to decrease significantly. The situation […]