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Virus still active in B.C. as vaccination numbers rise

Heat wave, wildfire risk concerning to health officials

Jul 2, 2021 4:51 PM Read more >

B.C. reports 84 new COVID-19 cases, 2 new deaths as officials warn about heat

VICTORIA — British Columbia health officials say two more people have died and 84 new COVID-19 infections have been reported over the last two days. Provincial health officer Dr.

Jul 2, 2021 3:40 PM Read more >

B.C. seeks military assistance to fight 130+ active wildfires

The province has requested additional firefighters and resources through the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre.

Jul 2, 2021 3:25 PM Read more >

Sudden deaths during B.C. heat wave climb to 719

BC Coroners Service seeing downward trend in reported deaths.

Jul 2, 2021 3:07 PM Read more >

Asian giant hornet sighted in Steveston

Don Pitcairn said his staff member is adamant the giant insect he saw snatch a bee from a bush was the feared Asian giant hornet, an invasive species

Jul 2, 2021 2:57 PM Read more >

At least two deaths reported in Lytton wildfire

Fire danger listed as high as forests continue to bake in heat; wildfire smoke could be heading to P.G.

Jul 2, 2021 12:55 PM Read more >

What you need to know about wildfire insurance

Never be afraid to ask questions, national industry association says.

Jul 2, 2021 12:47 PM Read more >

BC SPCA seizes dog spotted in crate attached to recreational trailer

The organization will be recommending animal cruelty charges to Crown counsel.

Jul 2, 2021 12:20 PM Read more >

Lytton evacuees describe terrifying scenes witnessed while leaving their home community

'We're not the only ones that are homeless — there's a great many people'

Jul 2, 2021 9:25 AM Read more >

CN Rail 'evaluating' status of train traffic through tinder-dry B.C. Interior after devastating Lytton fire

CN might halt train traffic

Jul 1, 2021 2:45 PM Read more >