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Kamloops fire officials issue warning after chimney fire badly damages home
February 10, 2021 - 1:46 PM

Kamloops Fire Rescue is issuing a reminder about proper care of chimneys and wood burning appliances after a fire left behind severe damage to a Westsyde home this week.
These wood bricks made in Summerland will keep the smoke out of your eyes
January 18, 2021 - 6:00 AM

Most Canadians are familiar with the joys of sitting around a campfire, roasting marshmallows and creating family memories.
The burning question: What pollution and health threats are lurking in wood stoves?
January 14, 2021 - 6:00 AM

If the stereotype associated with country living holds fast, folks in Canada’s small towns and rural communities should be relishing the benefits of fresh, clean air.
Coroner says Kamloops mom killed by carbon monoxide in tent
November 20, 2020 - 6:30 AM

The B.C. Coroner's Service has confirmed that a 35-year-old Kamloops woman found dead in her tent during a camping trip near Salmon Arm in 2019 died from the toxic effects of carbon monoxide.
North Okanagan home saved after suffering chimney fire
November 29, 2019 - 3:23 PM

A Lavington household had a lucky escape this morning after a fire broke out in their attic.
West Kelowna tackle three fires in a row last night
December 02, 2018 - 8:36 AM

WEST KELOWNA — It was a busy evening for West Kelowna Fire Rescue crews.
UPDATE: Hot ashes likely cause of Kaleden garage fire
February 24, 2017 - 2:01 PM

KALEDEN – A spectacular garage fire in Kaleden this morning may have been sparked by hot ashes.
First West Kelowna chimney fire of the season sparks warning from fire department
December 05, 2016 - 2:30 PM

WEST KELOWNA - The fire department in West Kelowna responded to their first chimney fire of the season and are cautioning homeowners to stay safe while they stay warm this winter.
This $11 million West Kelowna home will blow you away
January 31, 2016 - 12:00 PM

KELOWNA – It’s ranked as the 17th most expensive property in the Central Okanagan, but if the owners sell it for anywhere near what they’re asking, it would be one of the most valuable homes ever sold in the region.
Some facts about carbon monoxide and safety tips after Kamloops family narrowly escapes tragedy
January 21, 2016 - 6:30 PM

KAMLOOPS - A 15-month-old girl in Kamloops is being credited with saving her life, the lives of her parents, and the family's several cats and dogs after carbon monoxide recently filled their home.
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Local News Kelowna and Area

Kamloops fire officials issue warning after chimney fire badly damages home

These wood bricks made in Summerland will keep the smoke out of your eyes

The burning question: What pollution and health threats are lurking in wood stoves?

Coroner says Kamloops mom killed by carbon monoxide in tent

North Okanagan home saved after suffering chimney fire

West Kelowna tackle three fires in a row last night

UPDATE: Hot ashes likely cause of Kaleden garage fire

First West Kelowna chimney fire of the season sparks warning from fire department

This $11 million West Kelowna home will blow you away

Some facts about carbon monoxide and safety tips after Kamloops family narrowly escapes tragedy

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