News Items tag as: Christie Mountain wildfire

Parts of South Okanagan's Christie Mountain damaged by wildfire closed to public
May 12, 2021 - 10:37 AM

A wildlife management area on Christie Mountain south of Penticton has been closed to public use because of damage from last summer’s wildfire.
What Kamloops, Okanagan can learn from U.S. wildfires
September 28, 2020 - 7:00 AM

As B.C.’s population grows and the climate changes, a UBC expert says more intense, untamable wildfires like those south of the border should be expected.
Firefighter gets a free truck after his was stolen during battle against Christie Mountain fire
September 16, 2020 - 4:23 PM

A Kelowna firefighter, who had his truck stolen while battling the Christie Mountain fire, now has a brand new ride, free of charge.
Area restriction lifted around what's left of Christie Mountain wildfire
September 14, 2020 - 1:56 PM

Another sign there isn't much life left in the Christie Mountain wildfire south of Penticton.
Christie Mountain wildfire near Penticton under control
September 11, 2020 - 3:41 PM

The Christie Mountain wildfire near Penticton is now under control after it was sparked by lightning over three weeks ago.
Mule deer and bighorn sheep benefit from wildfires
September 07, 2020 - 8:00 AM

Residents near Penticton could start seeing more thriving wildlife in the area after the Christie Mountain Wildfire, according to a UBCO biologist.
Restriction order removed for Skaha Bluffs climbing area near Christie Mountain wildfire
September 04, 2020 - 12:20 PM

The B.C. Wildfire Service is rescinding an area restriction order that was put in place to prevent the public from accessing the Skaha Bluffs climbing area while the Christie Mountain wildfire remained a threat.
Smoke can be seen from Christie Mountain wildfire thanks to weather conditions
September 03, 2020 - 11:46 AM

B.C. Wildfire Service crews continue to douse hotspots as work on the Christie Mountain wildfire continues to wind down.
Kelowna-based firefighter has to write off truck stolen from him
August 31, 2020 - 12:45 PM

Connor Callaghan has been on a roller coaster of emotions over the last couple of weeks.
UPDATE: Rain helps Christie Mountain firefighting efforts
August 31, 2020 - 11:01 AM

Rain helped dampen the fire activity on the Christie Mountain wildfire last night.
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Iconic Penticton Peach concession stand back in local hands
After a few years with an out-of-town operator, The Peach concession stand in Penticton has a local one. Ice cream and sweets shop Tickleberry’s is going to be operating the stand this summer as well as the Skaha Main concession stand

Pennsylvania House advances bill legalizing recreational marijuana
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvanians 21 or older would be allowed to legally purchase and use marijuana under a bill that passed the state House on Wednesday, the first time a recreational cannabis proposal has been approved by either legi

Property management company fined twice for ignoring asbestos issue at same Vernon building
A BC property management company, fined $9,000 for failing to deal with asbestos dust when it ripped up vinyl flooring at a Vernon property, has been stung with a further $18,000 fine when inspectors following up found it still flouting the rules

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