Emergency Preparedness Week is May 4 – 10 this year, and the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) is encouraging residents to connect with neighbours…
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Be aware and prepared this long weekend: EKEMP
The East Kootenay Emergency Management Program (EKEMP) is urging residents and visitors to include emergency preparedness into their pre-weekend planning. “No matter where your travels…
How to be prepared for flooding
Flooding can occur at any time of year and it’s important to know what to do in the event your home should be affected. The…
RDEK testing Regional Evacuation Notification System May 10
The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) will be testing its Regional Evacuation Notification System (ENS) this Friday and is encouraging residents who have not…
RDEK testing Regional Evacuation Notification System Friday
The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) will be testing its Regional Evacuation Notification system (ENS) this Friday and is encouraging residents who have not…
High streamflow advisory remains for region
The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) this afternoon provided an update on the weather/spring freshet front. Environment Canada has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch…
A look back at 2021 in the RDEK
By Rob Gay It has been a dynamic, challenging, and productive year in the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK). A number of emergency events…