Fort St. John police arrest two after 911 call leads to assault discovery
Fort St. John RCMP officers say two people have been arrested after an alleged assault that was discovered because of a dropped 911 call.
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RCMP appeals for help in Taylor abduction investigation
Local police officers are turning to the public for help finding a suspect in an abduction attempt investigation.
Human remains found near Kiskatinaw River, says police
Dawson Creek RCMP Acting Staff Sergeant Rob Hughes says human remains were found near the Kiskatinaw River over the weekend.
Fort Nelson plans gradual return amid wildfire concerns
The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality (NRRM) Mayor Rob Fraser says his team is working on a plan for residents’ return to the town when the BC Wildfire Service says it’s safe to lift current evacuation orders.
Access permits available for Fort Nelson residents, evacuation order still in place
The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality is providing some Fort Nelson residents with permits to return to the evacuated town.
B.C. mayor says drones endangering wildfire helicopter pilots, pleads for patience
The mayor of the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality in British Columbia says drones are endangering helicopters being used to fight wildfires near Fort Nelson, which was ordered evacuated earlier this month.
Doig River First Nation members allowed to return home
The evacuation order for Doig River First Nation has been rescinded, allowing its members to return home as of 11:30 a.m. on Monday.
Northern Rockies Regional Municipality says four homes lost in B.C. wildfire
The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality in British Columbia says four homes have been lost in a wildfire that forced the evacuation of Fort Nelson more than a week ago.
Fort Nelson evacuation order update
The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality (NRRM) released an update on Saturday afternoon regarding the Fort Nelson wildfire situation.
Fort St. John Hospital emergency department available this weekend amid service interruption rumours
In response to rumours on social media, Northern Health says there are no service interruptions expected at the Fort St. John Hospital over the long weekend.
Second incident management team deployed to combat wildfires in Prince George Fire Centre
During a press briefing on the wildfire situation in the northeast, Minister of Emergency Preparedness Bowinn Ma announced the mobilization of a second incident management team to combat fires with the Prince George Fire Centre.
Mayor Rob Fraser optimistic amidst challenges presented while firefighters continue battling Fort Nelson wildfires
The mayor of the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality joined the May 17th broadcast of This Week in the Peace on Moose FM, sharing a mostly positive update on the wildfire battles in the Fort Nelson region.
Taylor Bridge maintenance scheduled from May 21- June 29
Delays are expected as the Taylor Bridge undergoes spring maintenance from May 21st to June 29th.
Additional police sent to Fort Nelson following property crime arrests
Additional police officers have arrived in Fort Nelson to help prevent property crime after some arrests have already been reported.
Rainfall in Fort Nelson assists Parker Lake wildfire suppression efforts
Northern Rockies Regional Municipality Mayor Rob Fraser says some rain fell on and around Fort Nelson on Wednesday, helping firefighters battle the Parker Lake wildfire.
NRRM, Fort Nelson First Nation, BCWS, ESS update evacuees at Resident Meeting in Fort St. John
BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) Incident Command Liason Mark Healey says one of the top priorities in fighting the Parker Lake wildfire is keeping Gasoline Alley safe.
Meteorologist predicts rain, cool temperatures, winds near Fort Nelson
Environment Canada Meteorologist Brian Proctor says some “instability” in the weather is set to hit the Fort Nelson region in the next three to four days, including elevated chances for showers.
UPDATE: Fort Nelson wildfires: Parker Lake blaze slows, Patry Creek worsens
Northern Rockies Regional Municipality Mayor Rob Fraser says the wildfire situation in Fort Nelson is beginning to look positive.
Wildfire Update: May 14th, 2024
Below are updates on out-of-control wildfires in northeast B.C. as of May 14th, 2024.
‘Substantial growth’ expected Tuesday for Parker Lake wildfire
The Parker Lake wildfire west of Fort Nelson has reached 8,433 hectares in size, and BC Wildfire Service members say they expect it to continue to grow.
RCMP appeals for help in Taylor abduction investigation
Local police officers are turning to the public for help finding a suspect in an abduction attempt investigation.
Human remains found near Kiskatinaw River, says police
Dawson Creek RCMP Acting Staff Sergeant Rob Hughes says human remains were found near the Kiskatinaw River over the weekend.
Fort Nelson plans gradual return amid wildfire concerns
The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality (NRRM) Mayor Rob Fraser says his team is working on a plan for residents’ return to the town when the BC Wildfire Service says it’s safe to lift current evacuation orders.
Access permits available for Fort Nelson residents, evacuation order still in place
The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality is providing some Fort Nelson residents with permits to return to the evacuated town.
B.C. mayor says drones endangering wildfire helicopter pilots, pleads for patience
The mayor of the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality in British Columbia says drones are endangering helicopters being used to fight wildfires near Fort Nelson, which was ordered evacuated earlier this month.
Doig River First Nation members allowed to return home
The evacuation order for Doig River First Nation has been rescinded, allowing its members to return home as of 11:30 a.m. on Monday.
Northern Rockies Regional Municipality says four homes lost in B.C. wildfire
The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality in British Columbia says four homes have been lost in a wildfire that forced the evacuation of Fort Nelson more than a week ago.
Fort Nelson evacuation order update
The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality (NRRM) released an update on Saturday afternoon regarding the Fort Nelson wildfire situation.
Fort St. John Hospital emergency department available this weekend amid service interruption rumours
In response to rumours on social media, Northern Health says there are no service interruptions expected at the Fort St. John Hospital over the long weekend.
Second incident management team deployed to combat wildfires in Prince George Fire Centre
During a press briefing on the wildfire situation in the northeast, Minister of Emergency Preparedness Bowinn Ma announced the mobilization of a second incident management team to combat fires with the Prince George Fire Centre.
Mayor Rob Fraser optimistic amidst challenges presented while firefighters continue battling Fort Nelson wildfires
The mayor of the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality joined the May 17th broadcast of This Week in the Peace on Moose FM, sharing a mostly positive update on the wildfire battles in the Fort Nelson region.
Taylor Bridge maintenance scheduled from May 21- June 29
Delays are expected as the Taylor Bridge undergoes spring maintenance from May 21st to June 29th.
Additional police sent to Fort Nelson following property crime arrests
Additional police officers have arrived in Fort Nelson to help prevent property crime after some arrests have already been reported.
Rainfall in Fort Nelson assists Parker Lake wildfire suppression efforts
Northern Rockies Regional Municipality Mayor Rob Fraser says some rain fell on and around Fort Nelson on Wednesday, helping firefighters battle the Parker Lake wildfire.
NRRM, Fort Nelson First Nation, BCWS, ESS update evacuees at Resident Meeting in Fort St. John
BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) Incident Command Liason Mark Healey says one of the top priorities in fighting the Parker Lake wildfire is keeping Gasoline Alley safe.
Meteorologist predicts rain, cool temperatures, winds near Fort Nelson
Environment Canada Meteorologist Brian Proctor says some “instability” in the weather is set to hit the Fort Nelson region in the next three to four days, including elevated chances for showers.
UPDATE: Fort Nelson wildfires: Parker Lake blaze slows, Patry Creek worsens
Northern Rockies Regional Municipality Mayor Rob Fraser says the wildfire situation in Fort Nelson is beginning to look positive.
Wildfire Update: May 14th, 2024
Below are updates on out-of-control wildfires in northeast B.C. as of May 14th, 2024.
‘Substantial growth’ expected Tuesday for Parker Lake wildfire
The Parker Lake wildfire west of Fort Nelson has reached 8,433 hectares in size, and BC Wildfire Service members say they expect it to continue to grow.
