A test of the BC Emergency Alert system will occur at 2:55 p.m. (Mountain time) on Wednesday, May 6, during Emergency Preparedness Week. The test…
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People encouraged to prepare for winter weather
As B.C. moves into colder seasonal weather, people are encouraged to prepare for low temperatures, snowfall and storms this winter. People can plan ahead by…
B.C. testing emergency alert system Nov. 19
The Ministry of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness announced this morning there will be a test of the BC Emergency Alert system at 2:55 p.m….
Travel safely this Labour Day long weekend
As people in B.C. prepare to celebrate the Labour Day long weekend before students return to school, people are encouraged to plan ahead, stay safe…
Grants help agencies plan and prepare for cold weather
United Way British Columbia (United Way BC)’s Cold Weather Preparedness Grant, made possible by the Ministry of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness (EMCR), provides support…
People encouraged to stay avalanche aware
People in B.C. intending to explore the backcountry are encouraged to be mindful of potential hazards, have a plan and be informed about avalanche safety…
Region getting $3.6 million for improving community resilience
Sixty-five communities, including some in the East Kootenay, will receive approximately $56 million for 78 projects from the Community Emergency Preparedness Fund (CEPF) through the…
New funding for local EOCs
Twenty-nine communities in B.C. are getting provincial funding for emergency operations centres (EOCs) to help enhance local governments’ and First Nations’ response to emergencies. The…
Emergency alert test coming
As part of Emergency Preparedness Week, an emergency alert test will be issued to cellphones, television and radio at 11:55 a.m. (Mountain time) on Wednesday,…
B.C. boosts wildfire-fighting capabilities
The B.C. government has announced it is upgrading and expanding the provincial firefighting aviation and ground fleet, as well as equipment for ground crews. Drawing…