On Tuesday, December 20, the City of Cranbrook reached out to the First Baptist Church and were successful in coordinating support for the opening of…
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City thanks support agencies after Knight’s Hall fire
The City of Cranbrook and Cranbrook Fire & Emergency Services would like to extend a huge thank you to all of the organizations, businesses and…
Emergency alerting system test Nov. 16
At 2:55 p.m. (Mountain time) on Wednesday, Nov. 16, Emergency Management BC will conduct a test of B.C.’s emergency alerting system as part of the…
Province launches e-transfer for evacuees
The B.C. government is launching upgrades to Emergency Support Services (ESS), including direct payment for evacuees to help meet their basic needs, such as food…
Be ready for risk of wildfires over the long weekend
Sustained high temperatures throughout British Columbia this week are increasing the potential for wildfires. Residents, travellers and campers should be prepared for wildfire and heat,…
People encouraged to prepare for potential heat warnings
British Columbians can expect higher temperatures as a high-pressure ridge is moving into B.C. and may result in heat warnings this weekend or early next…
B.C. provides update on outlook for wildfire season
British Columbians can expect a transition to warmer and dryer conditions in July, signalling an increase in overall wildfire risk and fire danger ratings as…
B.C. residents urged to prepare for flood season
British Columbians are urged to take steps to prepare for spring floods to protect their families and property. A warming trend this week is increasing…
B.C. conducting test of alerting system May 4
A test of B.C.’s wireless alerting system will be conducted at 2:55 p.m. (Mountain time) on Wednesday, May 4, as part of the national Alert…
Province urges be prepared for floods and wildfires
To prepare for this year’s spring freshet and wildfire seasons, the provincial government is urging caution and encouraging people to prepare for these hazards. The…