Tag Archives: Environment
As daily COVID-19 cases rise across BC, citizens of Kamloops asked to recommit to virus safety
KAMLOOPS - For the past four months, the COVID-19 pandemic has created a whole new way of life for people in Kamloops and around the globe.Now that summer is here and more businesses have opened up, m...
Jul 21, 2020
Kamloops eateries take advantage of the city's expanded patio program
KAMLOOPS - They're a great place to post up on a sunny summer afternoon to enjoy a cool beverage and some tasty snacks. The City of Kamloops has created a newly expanded patio program this summer to h...
Jul 17, 2020
Feds urged to do own review of proposed Alberta coal mine expansion
OTTAWA - A lawyer at the centre of a lobbying effort to stop a coal mine from expanding in Alberta says the federal government's refusal to do its own environmental review of the project is ...
Jul 15, 2020
'Stunning:' Scientists surprised at Fort McMurray fire's long impact on rivers
EDMONTON - Four years after its flames guttered out, the record-breaking Fort McMurray wildfire continues to astound - this time with its lasting impact on an extensive river system. "It's actual...
Jul 10, 2020
Late flood season continues to impact Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - It's been a year of uncertainty surrounding rivers throughout the region. Early in the spring, officials from the City and province predicted a flood season that could rival some of the wor...
Jul 03, 2020
Danger is low in Kamloops Fire Centre, but BC Wildfire Service urges caution for campers
KAMLOOPS - Despite the recent wet weather throughout the province, the BC Wildfire Service is urging the public to exercise vigilant fire safety as they head out into nature this summer.Entering the f...
Jul 03, 2020
Retired fisheries biologist calls on government to protect Stump Lake water levels
KAMLOOPS - As Stump Lake continues to rise, residents who live on the lake continue to battle rain and wind in a last-ditch effort to save their homes. Now a retired provincial fisheries biologist has...
Jul 02, 2020
Flood concerns rise as Environment Canada warns of extended rain through B.C. Interior
KAMLOOPS - Heavy rain should be expected across a wide area of the BC Interior through Thursday evening. Environment Canada issued a Special Weather Statement Wednesday (July 1) evening, warning of th...
Jul 01, 2020
Fraser-Nicola MLA advocating for a collaborative approach to Stump Lake flood solution
KAMLOOPS - There's no reprieve yet for Stump Lake residents, who say the water continues to rise. In fact, it's risen more than four and a half feet this year alone, according to one resident.Last wee...
Jun 30, 2020
Kamloops boat launches close - again
KAMLOOPS - Rising waters have led to a decision to close boat launches in Kamloops once again. The City says the launches at Pioneer Park, McArthur Island and Thompson Drive will be closed for the for...
Jun 25, 2020
