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Conservation Officer Service sees increase in rattlesnake calls due to hot weather
With the recent scorching weather, the Conservation Officer Service is warning about an increase in…
Visiting firefighters return home after calmer winds on Christie Mountain wildfire
Penticton firefighters will continue structure protection efforts today, Aug. 22, but after calmer than expected…
iN PHOTOS: Penticton residents showcase shots of early morning Christie Mountain wildfire
With less winds, South Okanagan residents are breathing a sigh relief, capturing images of the…
UPDATE: Missing Surrey woman located
The Surrey RCMP found the woman who was last seen on Aug. 21. RCMP say…
2 new wildfires reported in Kamloops Fire Centre
The Kamloops Fire Centre has reported two new fires in its jurisdiction that were discovered…
Passengers on 57 Canadian flights may have been exposed to COVID-19 this month
Canadians who have been flying this month should stay updated with the Government of Canada’s…
B.C. Government embraces Seth Rogen’s stance, leaves out weed remark
The B.C. Government is using the wise words of Seth Rogen to encourage young people…
Penticton business supporting evacuees, firefighters with discounts and free meals
Penticton businesses are showing their support in the form of food for firefighters and evacuees.…
Built-up dryer lint caused fire in Kelowna strip mall
Kelowna firefighters took down a fire in a strip mall this afternoon that started from…
Winds have peaked in Penticton, expected to taper off soon: Environment Canada
An Environment Canada meteorologist says the southern winds blowing northward in Penticton should taper off…
Interior Health urges South Okanagan residents to have evacuation plan
Interior Health is asking residents to build an emergency plan in the event of an…
UPDATE: Embers biggest concern for firefighters in upper east side of Penticton
Penticton's fire chief says the biggest concern for firefighters in the upper east side of…
Central Okanagan firefighters lending their support to Penticton
Central Okanagan firefighters will be among a large contingent of firefighters from around the province…
‘Too close for comfort:’ Residents in path of Christie Mountain wildfire worried about forecast
An Okanagan Falls resident can see the smoke of the Mount Christie wildfire from her…
19 wildfires now burning in Kamloops Fire Centre, may see more this weekend
The B.C. Wildfire Service is reporting 19 wildfires in the Kamloops Fire Centre, and may…