News Items tag as: Vernon Fire and Rescue Services 2017

Vernon resident forced out by early morning house fire
December 27, 2017 - 11:38 AM

VERNON - Alert neighbours banged on the door of a Vernon man’s home early this morning to warn him that his house was on fire.
Grass fire behind Vernon arena deemed suspicious
August 21, 2017 - 8:18 AM

VERNON - A fire behind Kal Tire Place yesterday morning is considered suspicious.
Vernon keeping all fire halls staffed in response to extreme wildfire risk
August 03, 2017 - 3:19 PM

VERNON - The City of Vernon is bolstering its fire protection resources.
UPDATE: Gas leak leads to precautionary evacuations in Vernon
June 08, 2017 - 12:27 PM

VERNON - Crews made quick work of a gas leak in a residential part of Vernon yesterday afternoon.
Slowly sinking barge causing issues in Okanagan Lake
May 15, 2017 - 10:12 AM

VERNON - Authorities are trying to figure out what to do with a sinking barge in Okanagan Lake.
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Vernon resident forced out by early morning house fire