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Risk of ‘dry lightning’ in forecast, could worsen B.C.’s wildfire situation

Dry lightning is lightning without the rain

Aug 18, 2023 6:00 AM Read more >

Evacuation order issued for several North Shuswap properties

Evacuation alert expanded for Celista

Aug 17, 2023 11:50 PM Read more >

Large-scale planned ignition conducted to protect North Shuswap communities

BC Wildfire Service conducted ignition in advance of incoming cold front

Aug 17, 2023 7:40 PM Read more >

Okanagan drought rating heats up to highest, level 5

Fish-bearing streams at historical lows, several completely dry

Aug 17, 2023 5:40 PM Read more >

Bald eagle snagged by fishing line spotted at B.C. lake

An Australian couple captured photos of the eagle while vacationing in the area

Aug 17, 2023 4:30 PM Read more >

Quest for an ancient colossus in Vancouver Island’s wild rainforest

Researchers hunt for ancient tree measuring 6 metres in diameter in the deep woods of Barkley Sound

Aug 17, 2023 3:30 PM Read more >

Canada mulling ‘game plan’ if U.S. takes far-right, authoritarian shift

Foreign affairs minister says government working scenarios on how to potentially handle situation

Aug 17, 2023 3:00 PM Read more >

Engine failure will take Nanaimo-Tsawwassen ferry out of service for weeks

BC Ferries CEO says contingency plans being worked on in Coastal Renaissance’s absence

Aug 17, 2023 3:00 PM Read more >

Building walls: B.C. Indigenous youth reclaiming clam harvest heritage

Coastal First Nations youth make their mark by cultivating ancient food systems in their territories

Aug 17, 2023 3:00 PM Read more >

Evacuation order for Eliguk Lake amid blaze in B.C. Cariboo

Hot weather, strong winds causing increased fire activity have resulted in an evacuation of area

Aug 17, 2023 2:36 PM Read more >