Mask and PPE Donations for the Trozzo Creek Wildfire NOT required
The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) is aware of several requests for donations and online fundraising pages soliciting donations to buy masks and other personal protective equipment for firefighters on the Trozzo Creek Wildfire (N51705). Although the BC Wildfire Service appreciates the sentiment behind these offers, there is no ...
Arrow Lake Wildfire Complex Update
Octopus Creek Wildfire Size: 18,337 hectares Status: Out of control Cause: Lightning 57 firefighters , 19 pieces of heavy equipment Michaud Creek Wildfire Size: 8,847 hectares Status: Out of control Cause: Lightning 33 firefighters, 13 pieces of heavy equipment Renata Creek Wildfire Size: 2,801 hectares Status: Out of control...
Wildfire update: 57 fires burning in Southeast Fire Centre
The wildfire situation is continually evolving, and the information below is current as of 7 p.m. (Pacific time) on Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021. For real-time updates on evacuation alerts and orders, visit: https://twitter.com/EmergencyInfoBC For the latest wildfire information, visit: www.bcwildfire.ca Fires Wildfires currently burning in B.C.: 262 Since April 1, 2021: 1,336 wildfires 557,459 hectares of […]
UPDATED: August 3 report on the Nk’Mip Creek Wildfire
During the weekend, according to BC Wildfire Service battling the Nk'Mip Creek Wildfire: Fire growth was observed on the northeastern flank, however, cooler, more humid weather has helped firefighting efforts. The fire is now estimated to have burned more than 16,005 hectares. There are 186 firefighters, six helicopters and...
RDCK Wildfire update as of 7 p.m. Saturday
RE: Octopus Creek Wildfire (N51800) The Octopus Creek Wildfire, originated approximately 11 kilometres south of Fauquier and is highly visible from Edgewood, Fauquier, and Needles, remains active and is currently listed as a wildfire of note by the BCWS. A slight increase in wind and potential change in direction is anticipated...
65 active wildfires in Southeast Fire Centre
The wildfire situation is continually evolving, and the information below is current as of 7 p.m. (Pacific time) on Friday, July 30, 2021. For real-time updates on evacuation alerts and orders, visit: https://twitter.com/EmergencyInfoBC For the latest wildfire information, visit: www.bcwildfire.ca Fires: Wildfires burning in...
Fatal crash in Trail involving a single commercial vehicle
A Salmo man is dead after his tractor-trailerrolled down a steep embankment, according to Trail RCMP Sgt. Mike Wicentowich. "On July 29, at 6:16 p.m., Trail and Greater District RCMP responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Hwy 3B in Trail," Wicentowich said. "A tractor-trailer unit was travelling westbound in the 60...
British Columbians invited to salute front-line heroes on B.C. Day
Premier John Horgan is inviting all British Columbians to join him in saluting front-line workers during the ongoing pandemic, as well as those battling wildfires, with a public cheer on B.C. Day. “There are so many people in this province who continue day in and day out to help, protect and support others,” said Premier...
RDKB downgrades 91 evacuation orders to alerts in Area E/West Boundary
On the advice of the BC Wildfire Service, emergency officials at the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary (RDKB) have rescinded evacuation orders for 91 properties in the Sidley and Bridesville areas of Electoral Area E/West Boundary and placed those properties on evacuation alert. This change leaves 157 properties on...
BC municipalities empowered to ban single-use plastics
Municipalities throughout the province can now move more quickly to prevent plastics from polluting their communities. Under new rules, local governments can institute bans on plastic bags and certain single-use plastics without provincial approval. “Communities across B.C. have made it clear they want to be environmental...
