Tag: Powell River Fire

Watch out for self-igniting rags

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Fire crews are reminding residents to properly store shop rags that are used for paint or oil. Powell...

Fire crews warn of dry grass

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As the hot weather continues, fire crews are reminding people to be careful when it comes to dry grasses. ...

Heroic fire rescue in Powell River

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Earlier this morning, at approximately 6:30 AM, a Powell River RCMP officer on patrol spotted a residence on fire...

Feedback very positive from weekend wildfire training

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Multiple fire agencies teamed up for some wildfire training in Powell River. The department's deputy chief Rocky Swanson says...

Crash site safety

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Fire crews are reminding drivers to leave lots of room and slow down when you pass a crash scene. ...

Powell River Fire reminding people to clean their wood stoves

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Residents are being reminded to clean their wood stoves. Powell River Deputy Fire Chief Rocky Swanson says the cooler temperatures...

Emergency crews reminding drivers to watch out for road workers

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Drivers are being reminded to slow down and pull off to the side if they see crews working on...

Powell River Fire training with thermal-imaging in Comox

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Members of Powell River Fire Rescue have added to their skill set thanks to a training session in Comox. Chief...

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