Lee-Anne Walker has announced she will be running for Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Electoral Area A Director. “It’s time to tackle the big…
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FireSmart information session planned for Hosmer
An introductory information session will be held in Hosmer in early July and the East Kootenay FireSmart Program is hoping for a strong turnout. “Given…
RDEK flood watch update
The following is an update from the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) regarding high water activity. The BC River Forecast Centre (RFC) has downgraded…
Bear conflict resolution opportunities presented to city
By Erin Knutson The City of Fernie was presented with an overview of potential opportunities for local government to ease human-wildlife conflict, bears explicitly, at…
Self-fill sandbag stations set up in preparation for melt
With warmer temperatures in the long-term forecast, delayed high-elevation snowmelt and the anticipated start of spring freshet, the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) has…
Grass fire in Hosmer area fully extinguished
Local firefighters responded to a grass fire on Dicken Road in the Hosmer area late yesterday afternoon (April 13). “A contract crew was cutting and…
Fire Extinguisher Training this Sunday
Members of the South Country Fire Departments will be hosting an educational workshop this weekend to help residents learn how to properly use their fire…
Firefighter Recruitment Drive kicks off
Fire Chief Michael Hockley A firefighter recruitment drive is underway for the Elk Valley & South Country Rural Fire and Rescue Service and the Regional…
RDEK urges caution and preparedness around waterways
The BC River Forecast Centre has issued a High-Streamflow Advisory for the East Kootenay and the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) is urging residents…
Evacuation Alert lifted for 11 Hosmer properties
Effective 2 p.m. local time (Nov. 17), the Evacuation Alert for 11 properties in Hosmer has been lifted. “Last night we received approval to undertake…