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'We're not getting our hopes up': structure loss expected after Shetland Creek fire

'We're not getting our hopes up': structure loss expected after Shetland Creek fire

Residents of Venables Valley southwest of Ashcroft wait to hear full extent of structure loss after fire sweeps through community
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Motorcyclist killed in Stanley Park crash with Vancouver fire truck

Motorcyclist killed in Stanley Park crash with Vancouver fire truck

Fire crews were responding to a call when the crash happened
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Alberta town takes action fighting crime, addressing homelessness, addictions

Alberta town takes action fighting crime, addressing homelessness, addictions

Fire crews responded to more than 20 fires in 2023 set by people trying to keep warm at encampments
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BC Wildfire states numerous crews are actioning Princeton area fires

BC Wildfire states numerous crews are actioning Princeton area fires

Areas remain under an evacuation alert
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2 killed in crash: Highway 1 closed near Chase

2 killed in crash: Highway 1 closed near Chase

Alternative routes are available via Hwy 97, Hwy 97A and Hwy 97B as Hwy 1 remains closed
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34 heat warnings blanket most of B.C.

34 heat warnings blanket most of B.C.

South Peace River, Kootenays also under smoky skies bulletins
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Wildfire in Seymour Arm under control, while Sicamous blazes continue to burn

Wildfire in Seymour Arm under control, while Sicamous blazes continue to burn

There are multiple lightning-caused fires in the Shuswap region
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BC Wildfire asks public to steer clear of aircraft fighting fires

BC Wildfire asks public to steer clear of aircraft fighting fires

BC Wildfire Service is warning members of the public of the risks to fire suppression efforts and safety if they interfere with aircraft fighting fires.
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B.C. pauses bill that set standards for injunctions against homeless camps

B.C. pauses bill that set standards for injunctions against homeless camps

The provincial government has announced that it won't bring into force changes designed to create standards for municipalities seeking legal injunctions against homeless camps.
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Shetland Creek wildfire near Ashcroft now at 13,236 hectares

Shetland Creek wildfire near Ashcroft now at 13,236 hectares

Fast-moving and aggressive wildfire has caused multiple evacuation orders and alerts along Highway near Ashcroft
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