Survivors of gender-based violence benefitting from crisis-line expansions
Two agencies providing gender-based violence support in B.C. have received more funding to expand their crisis lines.
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WestJet cancels 100-plus flights as pilot strike looms, negotiations in stalemate
WestJet has cancelled more than 100 flights on Thursday as talks with the pilots’ union have hit a “critical impasse,” the company said, jeopardizing travel plans for thousands of passengers ahead of the May long weekend.
Northeast B.C. reports three drug overdoses in April
Northeast B.C. reported three drug overdose deaths in April, according to the most recent B.C. Coroners Service report.
Grad Fest plans to be a “fun, safe, memorable evening” for students
Grad Fest is returning for a “fun, safe, memorable evening” that parents put on for kids graduating in 2023.
Cameron River wildfire grows
The Cameron River wildfire grew slightly from 352 hectares to 385 hectares over the past 48 hours.
Slight reprieve for Peace region firefighters
Calmer winds and milder weather give firefighters a slight reprieve in the North Peace region.
Open fires prohibited in Prince George Fire Centre starting Friday
All open fires will be prohibited throughout the Prince George Fire Centre starting Friday, May 19th at noon, according to BC Wildfire Service (BCWS).
Fort St. John, Taylor rescinds evacuation alert
The City of Fort St. John and the District of Taylor have rescinded evacuation alerts put in place earlier this week.
Approximately 14 wildfires in Peace region
The Peace region currently has approximately 14 active wildfires, according to the BC Wildfire Service.
B.C. investing around $62M into northern highways, roads
The province is investing approximately $62 million into resurfacing northern highways and local roads in 2023.
Difference between evacuation alert, order
The variety of evacuation alerts and orders released in the region has caused some confusion among community members.
Highway 97 closed due to wildfire
Highway 97 is closed from Highway 29 (Mile 54) north to the Mile 80 rest stop, according to the Ministry of Transportation.
UPDATE: Over 6200 customers without power in Fort St. John area
BC Hydro is reporting that over 6200 customers in and outside of Fort St. John are without power.
UPDATE: Evacuation order expanded due to Red Creek, Stoddart Creek wildfires
The Peace River Regional District has expanded the evacuation order for Red Creek and Stoddart Creek areas due to the severity of the nearby wildfires.
UPDATE: Stoddart Creek wildfire now estimated at 18,000 hectares
The Stoddart Creek wildfire has grown to 13,000 hectares since its discovery less than 48 hours ago, according to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS).
Beatton Airport Road closed due to wildfire
Beatton Airport Road is currently closed due to the Stoddart Creek wildfire, which is located between Highway 97 and Blueberry River.Â
Energeticcity.ca Weekly Review: In the Community
In this edition of the Weekly Review, we share some photos of our staff at community events. Plus, our top stories of the week.
PRRD rescinds Boundary Lake evacuation order
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has rescinded the evacuation order for properties in the Goodlow area.
