Environment

KAMLOOPS — Wildfires are not a big concern in March, but the time is right for prescribed burns.

For the second time in a week a controlled burn covering 20 hectares was conducted in Kenna Cartwright park today (March 21).

VICTORIA — Potential delays by the federal government on deciding the fate of a liquefied natural gas project in British Columbia appeared to be causing a concern overseas even before the latest setback on Monday, with the Japanese ambassador warning that putting off a decision could mean Canada

100 Mile House, B.C. — The Cariboo Fire Centre responded to a 1.5 hectare wildfire east of 100 Mile House near Buffalo Creek.

Fire Information Ofccier Emily Epp says this morning the fire is in the mop up stage.

KAMLOOPS — Transportation Minister Todd Stone was out at the Coquihalla Highway today, highlighting a 36-million dollar budget increase for highway maintenance over the next three years.