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'Challenging' wildfire conditions in B.C. as hot and dry weather persists

'Challenging' wildfire conditions in B.C. as hot and dry weather persists

Over 250 wildfires are burning in British Columbia as much of the province continues to bake under a heat wave that is expected to last into next week.
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B.C. Conservatives pitch health-care changes, more private clinics

B.C. Conservatives pitch health-care changes, more private clinics

B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad acknowledged Thursday that the plan would cause the provincial budget to "spike," but said in the long term it would bring down per-capita health-care spending.
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B.C. United leader Falcon says Prince George urgently needs a surgical tower

B.C. United leader Falcon says Prince George urgently needs a surgical tower

If elected, Falcon pledges to bring cardiac care unit/helipad to UHNBC
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Wildfire prompts evacuation orders near Spences Bridge, B.C., as hot spell continues

Wildfire prompts evacuation orders near Spences Bridge, B.C., as hot spell continues

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District has issued an evacuation order for 76 properties in the Venables Valley area north of Spences Bridge, B.C., due to the out-of-control Shetland Creek wildfire. The order issued at 10 p.m.
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Wildfire danger rises to 'extreme' on south Vancouver Island

Wildfire danger rises to 'extreme' on south Vancouver Island

Recent warm weather has quickly dried out forest floors, triggering the increasing danger rating
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Heat warnings spread in B.C. as records tumble in second heat wave for July

Heat warnings spread in B.C. as records tumble in second heat wave for July

VANCOUVER — More than two dozen daily heat records were broken or tied in British Columbia on Wednesday as sweltering temperatures swept across the province. At least 27 communities set daily temperature records across B.C.
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B.C. braces for more wildfire activity with thunderstorms in the forecast

B.C. braces for more wildfire activity with thunderstorms in the forecast

A number of wildfires have emerged along major highways in British Columbia as the province swelters in a second heat wave this month and thunderstorms and winds are in the forecast.
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Ever wanted to test-drive heavy equipment? Virtual simulators are coming to Prince George

Ever wanted to test-drive heavy equipment? Virtual simulators are coming to Prince George

The public is invited to see what it's like to drive a snowplow or run a bulldozer using virtual controls and video screens
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Two youths arrested in connection to pellet gun assaults

Two youths arrested in connection to pellet gun assaults

Charges are being recommended by Delta Police
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Vancouver man wants a new car after big lotto win

Vancouver man wants a new car after big lotto win

Winning ticket was purchased in Ladner
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