Province counsels caution with campfires this long weekend
The BC Wildfire Service reminds everyone planning to head into the backcountry or go camping on the Labour Day long weekend to comply with provincial legislation related to campfire use and open burning. Although small campfires are once again allowed in most parts of B.C., extended hot and dry weather conditions this year ...
Provincial budget consultation slated for Castlegar
Locals will get a chance to weigh in on the 2016 provincial budget at a public meeting slated for Sept. 16 at the Fireside Inn, according to a press released issued last week. “The consultation period will formally open by Sept. 15 in conjunction with the release of the Budget 2016 Consultation Paper prepared by the Ministry...
Creston RCMP investigating homicide after remains of local woman found
RCMP in Creston have commenced a homicide investigation after remains of a missing local woman were found near Erickson last week. RCMP said Tuesday in a media release forensic analysis of suspected human remains has confirmed them as being that of missing Creston resident Katherine McAdam. Creston RCMP received a complaint...
Rock Creek fire 100 per cent contained; High winds still expected in area
It's been almost three weeks since the Rock Creek fire flared up, sending campers fleeing from the Kettle River Provincial Park, and forcing hundreds of residents to leave their homes. Today, the good news has come in that the Rock Creek-Westbridge fire is 100 per cent contained at 4,417 hectares. According to the BC Wildfire...
Red Cross still working with Rock Creek residents
As most residents who were impacted by the Rock Creek/Westbridge wildfire have now met with support agencies, the Midway Resilience Centre will be closed at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 2. However, all residents will be able to continue accessing all the same services by calling the Red Cross at any time at 1-888-800-6493....
Campfires back on the burner in Southeast Fire Centre’s jurisdiction
Campfires are back on the camping scene as effective at noon on Monday, August 31, the Southeast Fire Centre’s jurisdiction has relaxed the recent ban. Due to recent spell of cooler weather and wetter conditions in the forecast as well as a decreased wildfire risk in the region, the following activities are now allowed by the...
Campfires once again permitted in Castlegar and Southeast Fire Centre
Castlegar Fire Chief Gerry Rempel says the city is standing down its campfire ban, given the ample moisture the area has received over the past several days. Also, in a press release issued today, the Southeast Fire Centre indicated campfires will once again be allowed within the larger district: Effective at noon on Monday,...
Smoky skies advisory lifted
The Ministry of Environment, in collaboration with the Interior Health Authority, has ended the Smoky Skies Advisory that was issued on August 24th for the Boundary and Kootenay areas. While some wildfires remain active, the weather system that is moving through the region, accompanied by rain and high winds, has reduced the...
From More to Enough
“We need things consumed, burned up, replaced, and discarded at an ever-accelerating rate.”– Victor Lebow, Journal of Retailing, 1955 Come, gather round, and let’s write a new story. This story will be about nurturant change and provide you with physical and emotional care and nourishment. It will also alter the way you live...
UPDATED: Evacuation alert for Grand Forks/Christina Lake area lifted
The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary has lifted the Evacuation Alert for areas of Electoral Area D south of the Kettle River, Industrial/Ruckle area of the City of Grand Forks, and the Cascade/Ponderosa area of Christina Lake/Electoral Area C. For the most up to date information visit rdkb.com or follow @AlanLStanley ...
