Local News
Train rail activity eliminated as cause of Elephant Hill wildfire
RCMP and BC Wildfire Service say that train traffic or related rail activities not the cause.
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Canadian military personnel learn to fight fires in Chilliwack
Reservists learn to keep safe on the fire line before heading to the Interior
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Highway 20 closed westbound near Kleena Kleene due to wildfires
Highway 20 is closed westbound at the intersection of Dowling Road at Kleena Kleene, 240 kilometres west of Williams Lake due to wildfires, according to Drive BC.
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Evacuation Order changed to Alert for properties between Chasm and 70 Mile
Some residents along the Highway 97 corridor between Chasm and 70 Mile are now able to return.
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Clinton-area ranchers seeking compensation for controlled burn gone wrong
BC Wildfire Service says unexpected change in wind is to blame.
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NDP eliminate tuition for adult education, will end interest on student loans
Government says this will open door for tens of thousands of people to upgrade their skills and save money.
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UPDATE: Smokey skies worsen air quality in Chilliwack
Air Quality Health Index hits a high of 9 Wednesday – higher than Williams Lake.
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Tip line set up to aid Elephant Hill wildfire investigation
RCMP and BC Wildfire Services are investigating the cause of the fire, which started on July 6.
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Evacuees continue to find respite in Vernon
Local ESS centre has seen just under 1,000 evacuees - including most recently families from Clinton
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Late night knocks on the door in 70 Mile
“It’s amazing how unnerving it is. You feel powerless.”
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