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Ashcroft residents gather to discuss an emergency plan

Questions and concerns were voiced about the response to the recent wildfire in the region.

Jul 24, 2017 9:30 PM Read more >

Supports and services in place for Ashcroft Indian Band members

The Emergency Operations Centre on Railway Avenue will remain open to provide assistance.

Jul 24, 2017 9:00 PM Read more >

July 24: Elephant Hill fire perimeter mapped at 61,499 hectares

Crews and aerial support work on hotspots from yesterday’s winds

Jul 24, 2017 5:00 PM Read more >

Former Smithereen’s home survives Boston Flats fire

Sherrie Fraser describes how her home is still intact among burnt remnants of neighbouring trailers.

Jul 24, 2017 11:40 AM Read more >

July 23: Small flare ups but no significant growth on Elephant Hill fire

Tomorrow will be an assessment day

Jul 23, 2017 9:30 PM Read more >

Ashcroft fire renamed so it would not infer blame on a community

The Ashcroft Reserve fire has become the Elephant Hill fire, and Kamloops Fire Centre explains why.

Jul 20, 2017 10:00 PM Read more >

Australian firefighters bring experience to the B.C. wildfire battle

Australian officers and technicians join wildfire battle across B.C.

Jul 20, 2017 4:25 PM Read more >

Convoy of vehicles bring supplies to Ashcroft

On July 15, 20 vehicles in a convoy organized by 4 Wheel Drive Clubs brought supplies to Ashcroft.

Jul 20, 2017 4:00 PM Read more >

Cache Creek residents return, crews battle Elephant Hill wildfire

Residents, who had been on evacuation order since July 7, were able to return on July 18.

Jul 20, 2017 4:00 PM Read more >

Emergency centre set up for Ashcroft Indian Band members

AIB members can get assistance and information at the centre on Railway Avenue.

Jul 20, 2017 4:00 PM Read more >