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Emergency warming centre activated in Dawson Creek

The City of Dawson Creek’s emergency warming centre is now fully activated, offering safety from the extreme cold for the community’s vulnerable population.

By Jordan Prentice

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January 12, 2024

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A highway with snow on either side and a wooden sign that reads "Dawson Creek" — City of Dawson Creek. ( Jordan Prentice, Energeticcity.ca )

DAWSON CREEK, B.C. — The City of Dawson Creek’s emergency warming centre is now fully activated, offering safety from the extreme cold for the community’s vulnerable population.

According to a release from the city, the activation of the warming centre means there are more resources, including space and staff, available to carry the community through the cold weather.

Earlier this week, Environment Canada issued an extreme cold warning, with a hazard of bitterly cold wind chill values as low as -40C.

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Dawson Creek community members in need of warming centre services can head to the Nawican Shelter at 1401 102 Avenue, 24 hours a day, seven days per week.

Warming centre services are also available at Obair Economic Society, located at 10201 10th Street. This centre is open from 8:30 a.m. until 4 p.m., from Monday to Friday.

Both emergency warming centres offer light refreshments.

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Community members interested in helping or donating are asked to contact the warming centres directly.

The Nawican Shelter can be reached at 778-843-1722, and the Obair Economic Society can be reached at 250-782-2628.

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Jordan Prentice

Recent graduate of BCIT’s Broadcast and Online Journalism program, born and raised in Vancouver, Jordan’s passion for broadcast and journalism began with her dream of becoming a hockey journalist and play-by-play commentator.

During her schooling, Jordan discovered a deep passion for reporting on Indigenous issues, culture and affairs. Jordan is also passionate about connecting with and listening to stories from people from different walks of life and cultural backgrounds.

Last Spring, Jordan completed her first season providing play-by-play for Trinity Western University Women’s Hockey and gameday hosting for BCHL Coquitlam Express.

Jordan enjoys radio anchoring, creating and editing video content, and hopes to one day pursue a career in investigative journalism as well as producing documentaries.

When Jordan isn’t looking for the next great story to tell, she enjoys taking pictures, riding her bike, collecting her favourite rock and roll albums on vinyl, and, of course, cheering on her beloved Canucks. More by Jordan Prentice.