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B.C. wildfires: Dry lightning, heavy smoke posing challenges for crews

B.C. wildfires: Dry lightning, heavy smoke posing challenges for crews

Not only are crews battling fires and dealing with rising temperatures and smoky conditions, they're also up against outside factors.
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No tsunami threat in B.C. after 8.2-magnitude earthquake in Alaska

No tsunami threat in B.C. after 8.2-magnitude earthquake in Alaska

'My house was shaking'
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J-Pod returns to Salish Sea after 'unprecedented' 108-day absence

J-Pod returns to Salish Sea after 'unprecedented' 108-day absence

Between 1976 and 2013, the pod was documented in the Salish Sea every month of every year.
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As heat wave approaches B.C., 911 dispatchers warn of spike in calls, wait times

As heat wave approaches B.C., 911 dispatchers warn of spike in calls, wait times

On the eve of an approaching heat wave, E-Comm 911 warns that gang-related shootings, the ongoing opioid crisis, an early wildfire season and a record-breaking heat wave at the end of June have all led to increasing emergency call volumes.
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B.C. government warns of another round of 'extreme heat'

B.C. government warns of another round of 'extreme heat'

Sudden death toll during historic heat wave climbs to 815; Environment Canada warns that another, though less powerful, heat wave will hit southern B.C. this week.
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Canada-wide recall of Frank's RedHot seasoning due to possible 'salmonella contamination'

Canada-wide recall of Frank's RedHot seasoning due to possible 'salmonella contamination'

Food contaminated with salmonella may not look or smell spoiled but can cause people to be sick
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Savary Island faces ban on high-risk activities

Savary Island faces ban on high-risk activities

“With at least another month of summer weather ahead of us, the ban on high-risk activities is necessary to minimize the risk of accidental fires on Savary Island.” ~ Fire chief Chris Philpott
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'A true museum mystery': Public called upon to help identify historic photos

'A true museum mystery': Public called upon to help identify historic photos

Some have speculated the pictures may have been taken in Japan.
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BC Ferries hopes for whale-free weekend to handle expected crush of traffic

BC Ferries hopes for whale-free weekend to handle expected crush of traffic

BC Ferries has a few sailing tips if you're planning to travel this long weekend.
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'Heat dome' likely primed B.C. waters for spike in shellfish illnesses: health officials

'Heat dome' likely primed B.C. waters for spike in shellfish illnesses: health officials

As waters warm, scientists worry more coastal regions — from Washington to British Columbia to Alaska — could be in for more outbreaks due to shellfish-borne contagions.
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