# bc wildfire service (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover bc wildfire service. Page: Feed: --- ## [Courtenay-Comox MLA leaves B.C. Conservatives amid exodus over Findlay’s leadership](https://www.mycomoxvalleynow.com/119429/news/politics/a-5th-mla-leaves-b-c-conservatives-amid-exodus-over-findlays-leadership/) _2026-08-26 · Emily Joveski · My Comox Valley Now_ Courtenay-Comox MLA Brennan Day says he is quitting the B.C. Conservatives to sit as an Independent, becoming the fifth MLA to leave the caucus in recent weeks. The post Courtenay-Comox MLA leaves B.C. Conservatives amid exodus over Findlay’s leadership appeared first on My Comox Valley Now . ## [New commander at the helm of 19 Wing Comox](https://www.mycomoxvalleynow.com/119426/19-wing-comox/new-commander-at-the-helm-of-19-wing-comox/) _2026-08-26 · Wylie Henderson · My Comox Valley Now_ Colonel Chris Shapka has handed command of 19 Wing Comox to Colonel Ian Perreault. The post New commander at the helm of 19 Wing Comox appeared first on My Comox Valley Now . ## [Teresa Wat breaks from B.C. Conservatives, citing leader’s “distasteful” CCP comments](https://www.mycomoxvalleynow.com/119421/news/politics/teresa-wat-breaks-from-b-c-conservatives-citing-leaders-distasteful-ccp-comments/) _2026-08-26 · Emily Joveski · My Comox Valley Now_ Richmond-Bridgeport MLA Teresa Wat is the latest MLA to leave the B.C. Conservative caucus over frustrations with leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay. The post Teresa Wat breaks from B.C. Conservatives, citing leader’s “distasteful” CCP comments appeared first on My Comox Valley Now . ## [B.C. premier pushes Ottawa to go further on U.S. tariff response](https://www.mycomoxvalleynow.com/119418/news/business/economy/b-c-premier-pushes-ottawa-to-go-further-on-u-s-tariff-response/) _2026-08-26 · Emily Joveski · My Comox Valley Now_ B.C. Premier David Eby said Canada’s latest counter-tariffs on U.S. goods are “a good start,” but he said more non-tariff measures should be considered in response to the escalating trade war. The post B.C. premier pushes Ottawa to go further on U.S. tariff response appeared first on My Comox Valley Now . ## [Rosalyn Bird is third MLA to exit Findlay’s B.C. Conservatives this month](https://www.mycomoxvalleynow.com/119415/news/politics/rosalyn-bird-is-third-mla-to-exit-findlays-b-c-conservatives-this-month/) _2026-08-25 · Emily Joveski · My Comox Valley Now_ Bird is the third MLA to leave the party in recent weeks as dissatisfaction mounts over leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay's leadership. The post Rosalyn Bird is third MLA to exit Findlay’s B.C. Conservatives this month appeared first on My Comox Valley Now . ## [Town of Comox hails 2026 Nautical Days festival as a success](https://www.mycomoxvalleynow.com/119412/news/municipal-news/town-of-comox/town-of-comox-hails-2026-nautical-days-festival-as-a-success/) _2026-08-25 · Wylie Henderson · My Comox Valley Now_ The Town of Comox says this year’s Nautical Days Festival brought thousands of residents and visitors to Comox Marina Park over the B.C. Day long weekend. The post Town of Comox hails 2026 Nautical Days festival as a success appeared first on My Comox Valley Now . ## [Findlay denies offering MLAs inducements to step down so she can seek legislature seat](https://www.mycomoxvalleynow.com/119409/news/politics/findlay-denies-offering-mlas-inducements-to-step-down-so-she-can-seek-legislature-seat/) _2026-08-25 · Emily Joveski · My Comox Valley Now_ B.C. Conservative Leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay is denying that any MLAs were offered an inducement to give up their seats as she seeks a seat in the legislature. The post Findlay denies offering MLAs inducements to step down so she can seek legislature seat appeared first on My Comox Valley Now . ## [LETTER: Summerland wildfire had warnings](https://www.merrittherald.com/letter-summerland-wildfire-had-warnings/) _2026-08-25 · Merritt Herald · Merritt Herald_ Editor, It is striking that the Premier, the Minister of Forests, and senior BC Wildfire Service leaders expressed surprise at the speed of the August 7, Bald Range (Summerland) fire despite ample warning. BCWS senior leadership had many lessons to draw on from the destructive fires of 2017, 2018, 2021, 2023, 2024, and 2025. In \[…\] ## [Chief Sellars seeks third term in Williams Lake First Nation Elections](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315851/news/indigenous/chief-sellars-seeks-third-term-in-williams-lake-first-nation-elections/) _2026-08-25 · Teryn Midzain · My Cariboo Now_ The Williams Lake First Nation is holding its Elections for Chief and Council today, August 25. Voting is open until 8 p.m. The post Chief Sellars seeks third term in Williams Lake First Nation Elections appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [Quesnel continues to be part of the worst area in B.C. when it comes to unregulated drug deaths](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315849/news/health-care/quesnel-continues-to-be-part-of-the-worst-area-in-b-c-when-it-comes-to-unregulated-drug-deaths/) _2026-08-25 · George Henderson · My Cariboo Now_ The Northern Interior, which includes Quesnel, continues to have the highest death rate in the province when it comes to unregulated drug deaths and it's not that close. The post Quesnel continues to be part of the worst area in B.C. when it comes to unregulated drug deaths appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [Non-custodial Crypto Payments & Escrow (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/7GaeIe3DEcIs) _2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_ Accept multi-chain crypto with trustless escrow, instant confirmations, and no KYC ## [UPDATE: Missing Williams Lake man located](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315818/news/rcmp/rcmp-looking-for-colton-silas-stump/) _2026-08-25 · George Henderson · My Cariboo Now_ Police in Williams Lake are hoping that the public can help them locate a missing person. The post UPDATE: Missing Williams Lake man located appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [Dolly Parton, country music icon and philanthropist, dies at 80](https://www.mycomoxvalleynow.com/119406/news/entertainment/dolly-parton-country-music-icon-and-philanthropist-dies-at-80/) _2026-08-25 · John White · My Comox Valley Now_ Dolly Parton, whose songs and screen roles made her a global entertainment star and whose philanthropy reached children, disaster survivors and medical researchers, has died. She was 80. The post Dolly Parton, country music icon and philanthropist, dies at 80 appeared first on My Comox Valley Now . ## [Canada imposes tariffs on $27.6 billion in U.S. goods, unveils $7.5-billion aid package](https://www.mycomoxvalleynow.com/119403/news/business/canada-imposes-tariffs-on-27-6-billion-in-u-s-goods-unveils-7-5-billion-aid-package/) _2026-08-25 · John White · My Comox Valley Now_ The federal government announced tariffs on $27.6 billion in U.S. goods and a $7.5-billion support package Tuesday in Ottawa to help Canadian businesses and workers withstand the escalating trade war. The post Canada imposes tariffs on $27.6 billion in U.S. goods, unveils $7.5-billion aid package appeared first on My Comox Valley Now . ## [Toxic drugs end 30 lives on Vancouver Island in June](https://www.mycomoxvalleynow.com/119401/news/health/toxic-drugs-end-30-lives-on-vancouver-island-in-june/) _2026-08-25 · Tyler Hay · My Comox Valley Now_ The latest report from the BC Coroners Service shows 14 of those deaths were in South Vancouver Island, 10 were in Central Vancouver Island and six were in North Vancouver Island. The post Toxic drugs end 30 lives on Vancouver Island in June appeared first on My Comox Valley Now . ## [Community invited to enjoy an annual Boys & Girls Club Williams Lake event](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315836/news/communty/community-invited-to-enjoy-an-annual-boys-girls-club-williams-lake-event/) _2026-08-25 · Pat Matthews · My Cariboo Now_ An annual Summer wind down event will be taking place tomorrow (August 26) in the Lake City. The post Community invited to enjoy an annual Boys & Girls Club Williams Lake event appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [Funding announced for salmon hatcheries across north and central B.C.](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315833/news/environment/fish-wildlife/funding-announced-for-salmon-hatcheries-across-north-and-central-b-c/) _2026-08-25 · Darin Bain · My Cariboo Now_ One of these new hatcheries will be located in Prince George along the Nechako River, another will be located on the Kitwanga River in the northwest, and the final hatchery will be located east of Williams Lake. The post Funding announced for salmon hatcheries across north and central B.C. appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [Merritt’s Dr. McLeod retiring after 47 years](https://www.merrittherald.com/merritts-dr-mcleod-retiring-after-47-years/) _2026-08-25 · Jake Courtepatte · Merritt Herald_ Merritt’s longest-tenured doctor is hanging up his stethoscope. Dr. Donald McLeod announced his retirement from his family medical practice in an email message to patients on Aug. 24, citing personal reasons, family issues and recent injury. “I would like to thank all my dedicated patients throughout British Columbia for their understanding and patience with my \[…\] ## [Lower Nicola, Merritt’s Collettville given all clear from evacuation alert](https://www.merrittherald.com/lower-nicola-merritts-collettville-given-all-clear-from-evacuation-alert/) _2026-08-24 · Jake Courtepatte · Merritt Herald_ Cooler temperatures and higher humidity has provided some relief for the residents of Lower Nicola, with the community downgrading from an evacuation alert to all clear. Approximately 620 addressed properties in Electoral Area “M” (Beautiful Nicola Valley) and “N” (Beautiful Nicola Valley-South) were given the green light around noon on Aug. 24, as BC Wildfire \[…\] ## [More than 1,000 homes given the all clear near 70 Mile, Hwy. 97](https://www.merrittherald.com/more-than-1000-homes-given-the-all-clear-near-70-mile-hwy-97/) _2026-08-24 · Jake Courtepatte · Merritt Herald_ Weekend rain in the area of 70 Mile and Clinton along Hwy. 97 has allowed for over 1,200 homes to be given the all-clear from an evacuation alert stemming from the Pear Lake wildfire. The Thompson Nicola Regional District downgraded the alert on the afternoon of Aug. 23 after up to 18 millimetres of rain \[…\] ## [Kamloops RCMP ask public for help in search for missing teenager](https://www.merrittherald.com/kamloops-rcmp-ask-public-for-help-in-search-for-missing-teenager/) _2026-08-24 · Jake Courtepatte · Merritt Herald_ Kamloops police are reaching out to the public for assistance in finding a missing 16-year-old girl. Emma Worthington was reported missing after failing to return to her Kamloops home on Wednesday, Aug. 19, and is yet to be located. She is described as a 5’11”, 120lb. caucasian female with long, dark hair and blue eyes. \[…\] ## [Hire AI-Powered Professionals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/rSxFBUasfwUg) _2026-08-24 · **Sponsored**_ Browse public gigs, message candidates, and run video interviews — free to start. ## [Light rain helps crews hold Brunswick Complex guards after lightning storm](https://www.merrittherald.com/light-rain-helps-crews-hold-brunswick-complex-guards-after-lightning-storm/) _2026-08-23 · Marius Auer · Merritt Herald_ Light rain and cooler temperatures are keeping fire activity low across the Brunswick Complex Sunday (Aug. 23), giving crews milder conditions as they strengthen guards and respond to new lightning-caused fires around Merritt and the Nicola Valley. Between 0.2 and five millimetres of rain fell across most of the complex overnight, with the highest amounts \[…\] ## [Merritt council approves 5% pay increase for next council term](https://www.merrittherald.com/merritt-council-approves-5-pay-increase-for-next-council-term/) _2026-08-23 · Marius Auer · Merritt Herald_ Merritt’s next mayor and council will receive a five per cent pay increase after city council approved the change ahead of the Oct. 17 municipal election. Council selected the smaller of two increases considered by the city’s Remuneration Committee, opting for five per cent rather than 10 per cent. The increase will take the mayor’s \[…\] ## [Wildfire sparks in Kelowna’s Black Mountain](https://wltribune.com/2026/08/22/breaking-wildfire-sparks-in-kelownas-black-mountain/) _2026-08-23 · Brittany Webster · Williams Lake Tribune_ The wildfire was caused by lightening ## [UPDATE: Wildfire near Kamloops now held at 44 hectares](https://wltribune.com/2026/08/22/new-20-hectare-wildfire-burning-near-kamloops/) _2026-08-23 · Brendan Shykora · Williams Lake Tribune_ The wildfire is burning out of control to the south of Kamloops; BC Wildfire Service is on scene ## [Crews respond to new wildfires following lightning storm in Merritt region](https://www.merrittherald.com/crews-respond-to-new-wildfires-following-lightning-storm-in-merritt-region/) _2026-08-23 · Marius Auer · Merritt Herald_ UPDATE, 8:20 p.m. Fire K61766 near Coldwater is now classified as under control, meaning suppression efforts have ensured it is not expected to spread further. Fire K61754 near Thynne Lake is now being held, meaning it is not expected to grow beyond its current boundaries under the prevailing conditions. A new wildfire, K61785, has also \[…\] ## [Multiple small wildfires spark between Tulameen and Coquihalla](https://wltribune.com/2026/08/22/multiple-small-wildfires-spark-between-tulameen-and-coquihalla/) _2026-08-23 · Brennan Phillips · Williams Lake Tribune_ Lightning is listed as the cause for one of the fires ## [Abbotsford-Mission MLA to step down, making way for new Conservative leader to seek seat](https://wltribune.com/2026/08/22/abbotsford-mission-mla-to-step-down-making-way-for-new-conservative-leader-to-seek-seat/) _2026-08-23 · none · Williams Lake Tribune_ Kerry-Lynne Findlay intends to seek nomination in upcoming byelection ## [Lightning, strong winds could test Ainslie Creek fire lines Saturday following less overnight activity](https://www.merrittherald.com/lightning-strong-winds-could-test-ainslie-creek-fire-lines-saturday-following-less-overnight-activity/) _2026-08-22 · Marius Auer · Merritt Herald_ Thunderstorms, strong winds and lightning are expected over the Ainslie Creek wildfire Saturday, Aug. 22, following relatively quiet conditions overnight across the Brunswick Complex. BC Wildfire Service said Saturday morning that weather conditions remained mild overnight Friday into Saturday, with very little fire activity reported across the eastern portion of the fire. Some growth was \[…\] ## [Overdose Awareness Day remembers lives lost and calls for action](https://www.merrittherald.com/overdose-awareness-day-remembers-lives-lost-and-calls-for-action/) _2026-08-22 · Elizabeth Jolicoeur · Merritt Herald_ Elizabeth Jolicoeurcommunity@merrittherald.comLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter Each year on Aug. 31, communities around the world mark International Overdose Awareness Day by remembering those lost to overdose and drug poisoning, supporting the people left behind and sharing information that can save lives. The 2026 theme, “25 Years On. Still Needed,” recognizes 25 years of the international… ## [B.C. premier says ‘every weapon’ is on the table as Canada-U.S. trade war escalates](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315797/news/business/economy/b-c-premier-says-every-weapon-is-on-the-table-as-canada-u-s-trade-war-escalates/) _2026-08-22 · Emily Joveski · My Cariboo Now_ B.C. Premier David Eby said the additional 50-per-cent tariffs imposed on Canadian goods by the United States are "inexplicable" and "indefensible" and reaffirmed his refusal to return American alcohol to government liquor store shelves. The post B.C. premier says ‘every weapon’ is on the table as Canada-U.S. trade war escalates appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [Daily plans, scheduled by AI (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/KJb0n85dEzoR) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ AI-made daily plans that schedule tasks and protect focus time. ## [Carney said Canada was attacked, pointed to divisions inside Trump administration](https://www.mycomoxvalleynow.com/119385/news/business/carney-said-canada-was-attacked-pointed-to-divisions-inside-trump-administration/) _2026-08-22 · John White · My Comox Valley Now_ Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada was under economic attack Saturday after trade negotiations collapsed, new U.S. tariffs took effect and he suggested divisions inside U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration contributed to the breakdown. The post Carney said Canada was attacked, pointed to divisions inside Trump administration appeared first on My Comox Valley Now . ## [‘Indefensible’: B.C. Premier Eby responds to collapsed Canada-U.S. trade talks](https://wltribune.com/2026/08/22/indefensible-b-c-premier-eby-responds-to-collapsed-canada-u-s-trade-talks/) _2026-08-22 · none · Williams Lake Tribune_ Eby says U.S. alcohol not going back on B.C. Liquor Store shelves ## [Victoria police chief recognized nationally for leadership](https://wltribune.com/2026/08/22/victoria-police-chief-recognized-nationally-for-leadership/) _2026-08-22 · none · Williams Lake Tribune_ Police chief Fiona Wilson was also named one of B.C.’s Women of the Year in May ## [Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre renovations on track for fall reopening](https://www.merrittherald.com/nicola-valley-aquatic-centre-renovations-on-track-for-fall-reopening/) _2026-08-22 · Elizabeth Jolicoeur · Merritt Herald_ Elizabeth Jolicoeurcommunity@merritherald.comLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter It takes a lot more than water to keep a swimming pool running. That is becoming particularly apparent at the Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre, where boilers, piping, electrical components and filters are being removed to make way for a major mechanical room renovation. The facility is expected to remain closed \[…\] ## [More evacuation orders, alerts issued in response to Pear Lake fire near Clinton](https://wltribune.com/2026/08/22/more-evacuation-orders-alerts-issued-in-response-to-pear-lake-fire-near-clinton/) _2026-08-22 · Barbara Roden · Williams Lake Tribune_ Fire moving towards Hwy. 99 west of Cache Creek; highway remains open with no stopping ## [UPDATE: French Bar Creek wildfire grows to almost 60K hectares as evacuation orders expand](https://wltribune.com/2026/08/22/evacuation-order-expanded-for-french-bar-creek-fire-west-of-clinton/) _2026-08-22 · Barbara Roden · Williams Lake Tribune_ Gusting winds on Saturday are expected to increase fire behaviour ## [Bald Range wildfire sits at 24,622 hectares west of Summerland](https://wltribune.com/2026/08/22/bald-range-wildfire-sits-at-24622-hectares-west-of-summerland/) _2026-08-22 · Brayden Ursel · Williams Lake Tribune_ The fire continues to burn out of control more than two weeks after it was discovered ## [Indigenous housing project takes shape at Tamarac Gardens](https://www.merrittherald.com/indigenous-housing-project-takes-shape-at-tamarac-gardens/) _2026-08-22 · Elizabeth Jolicoeur · Merritt Herald_ Elizabeth Jolicoeurcommunity@merrittherald.comLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter A new place to call home is rising on Menzies Street. Construction is underway at Tamarac Gardens, where Conayt Friendship Society is developing a new apartment building that will bring more Indigenous housing to Merritt. The project is beginning to take shape on the property, with completion expected around… ## [ONC joins the hunt for cosmic particles in the ocean](https://wltribune.com/2026/08/22/onc-joins-the-hunt-for-cosmic-particles-in-the-ocean/) _2026-08-22 · none · Williams Lake Tribune_ ONC becomes part of P-ONE project, to install a new deep-sea telescope to detect neutrinos ## [Canada vows dollar-for-dollar retaliation as 50-per-cent U.S. tariffs take effect](https://www.mycomoxvalleynow.com/119383/news/business/canada-vows-dollar-for-dollar-retaliation-as-50-per-cent-u-s-tariffs-take-effect/) _2026-08-22 · John White · My Comox Valley Now_ Canada suspended trade negotiations with the United States and pledged dollar-for-dollar retaliation as additional 50-per-cent U.S. tariffs took effect early Saturday on about $28 billion in Canadian goods. The post Canada vows dollar-for-dollar retaliation as 50-per-cent U.S. tariffs take effect appeared first on My Comox Valley Now . ## [Montréal minor arrested, allegedly used AI to plan school attack](https://wltribune.com/2026/08/21/montreal-minor-arrested-allegedly-used-ai-to-plan-school-attack/) _2026-08-22 · none · Williams Lake Tribune_ Police say FBI shared information with Mounties ## [Mayor of Williams Lake speaks out against Hate and Intimidation](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315765/news/communty/mayor-of-williams-lake-speaks-out-against-hate-and-intimidation/) _2026-08-22 · Teryn Midzain · My Cariboo Now_ Williams Lake Mayor Surinderpal Rathor speaks out against discriminatory comments that were made online about the City raising the Pride Flag at City Hall. The post Mayor of Williams Lake speaks out against Hate and Intimidation appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [Less than half expected sockeye returning to B.C.’s Fraser River this year](https://wltribune.com/2026/08/21/less-than-half-expected-sockeye-returning-to-b-c-s-fraser-river-this-year/) _2026-08-21 · none · Williams Lake Tribune_ This year was supposed to be a dominant cycle year ## [Tumbler Ridge shooting documents detail confusion around number of shooters](https://wltribune.com/2026/08/21/tumbler-ridge-shooting-documents-detail-confusion-around-number-of-shooters/) _2026-08-21 · none · Williams Lake Tribune_ Media consortium petitions court to release hundreds of pages of documents into mass shooting investigation ## [Prince George plane lost engine power before fatal crash, investigators say](https://www.mycomoxvalleynow.com/119378/news/emergency-services/prince-george-plane-lost-engine-power-before-fatal-crash-investigators-say/) _2026-08-21 · Brendan Pawliw · My Comox Valley Now_ A plane that made a fatal emergency landing on a Prince George road Thursday lost power in one engine before colliding with four vehicles, the Transportation Safety Board of Canada said. The post Prince George plane lost engine power before fatal crash, investigators say appeared first on My Comox Valley Now . ## [B.C. man sentenced to 22 years in jail for sex offences](https://wltribune.com/2026/08/21/b-c-man-sentenced-to-22-years-in-jail-for-sex-offences/) _2026-08-21 · none · Williams Lake Tribune_ Shaun Pater was sentenced for historical offences; publication ban still in effect ## [Majority of B.C. teachers concerned AI is impacting critical thinking skills, finds survey](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315783/news/education/majority-of-b-c-teachers-concerned-ai-is-impacting-critical-thinking-skills-finds-survey/) _2026-08-21 · Emily Joveski · My Cariboo Now_ The B.C. Teachers' Federation said educators need a bigger voice in shaping school AI policies as teachers raise concerns about the technology's effects on students. The post Majority of B.C. teachers concerned AI is impacting critical thinking skills, finds survey appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [B.C. extends state of emergency for wildfires to Aug. 29](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315779/news/emergency-services/fire/wildfires/b-c-extends-state-of-emergency-for-wildfires-to-aug-29/) _2026-08-21 · Emily Joveski · My Cariboo Now_ B.C. has extended its provincial state of emergency until Aug. 29 as wildfire risks remain high across the province. The post B.C. extends state of emergency for wildfires to Aug. 29 appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [A mountain biker was seriously injured in Quesnel](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315777/news/emergency-services/a-mountain-biker-was-seriously-injured-in-quesnel/) _2026-08-21 · George Henderson · My Cariboo Now_ The Quesnel Volunteer Fire Department helped to rescue a seriously injured mountain biker on Friday. (August 21) The post A mountain biker was seriously injured in Quesnel appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [South Cariboo residents won’t have access to their local emergency department overnight](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315786/news/health-care/south-cariboo-residents-wont-have-access-to-their-local-emergency-department-overnight/) _2026-08-21 · George Henderson · My Cariboo Now_ A temporary service interruption has been announced for 100 Mile District General Hospital. The post South Cariboo residents won’t have access to their local emergency department overnight appeared first on My Cariboo Now .