Tag: Rocky Swanson

Fire crews warn of dry grass

News Justin Goulet - May 24, 2017

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

News Justin Goulet - May 3, 2017

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

News Justin Goulet - April 26, 2017

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

Crash site safety

News Justin Goulet - April 24, 2017

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

News Justin Goulet - February 15, 2017

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

News Justin Goulet - February 10, 2017

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

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B.C. reports smaller-than-expected deficit for 2024, while taxpayer-supported debt nears $100B

Provincial August 7, 2025

British Columbia reported a smaller deficit than expected for the 2024-25 year, at $7.3 billion.

Town of Comox receives Bee City designation

Town of Comox August 7, 2025

The Town of Comox has been recognized for their work protecting bees, butterflies, and other insects.

RCMP looking for information about GMC truck leading up to fatal crash in Fanny Bay

RCMP August 7, 2025

B.C. Highway Patrol is looking for witnesses to provide details about the leadup to a fatal collision in Fanny Bay.

Eby urges fair support for B.C. after Carney meets with premiers on U.S. tariffs

Provincial August 6, 2025

Premier David Eby said a meeting Wednesday between the premiers and Prime Minister Mark Carney on the status of U.S. trade negotiations was “informative.”

Rainy weather not enough to dampen wildfires in B.C.