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Historic Alexandra Lodge appears spared as Ainslie Creek wildfire pushes south past Chapmans

"Things can change but we do hope the worst of it is over for us, at least"

Vernon News Desk

6 hours ago

BC Wildfire Status Update - Kamloops Fire Centre Region

This update covers the current status of fires in the Kamloops Fire Centre region, smoke and air-quality conditions in major communities, and related highway restrictions

Vernon News Desk

2 days ago

Kalamalka Boil Water Advisory Greater Vernon

Precautionary water quality advisory issued for Kalamalka Lake customers in Greater Vernon

Vernon News Desk

4 days ago

Snowfall Warning Vernon

Snowfall warning for North Okanagan and surrounding regions

Vernon News Desk

Dec 1, 20251 min read

Coquihalla Highway 5 & Okanagan Connector 97C Road Report

SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT Saturday, November 2, 2024: Coquihalla Highway (Hwy 5) and Okanagan Connector (Hwy 97C) drivers should brace for a challenging start to the week. Environment Canada has issued a Special Weather Statement for mountain passes in southern B.C., including Coquihalla and the Connector, with heavy snow, high winds, and poor visibility forecast for Monday and Tuesday. Expect strong south winds on Monday, turning west-northwest by evening. Snow accumula

Vernon News Desk

Nov 2, 20241 min read

Heavy Rainfall Prompts Concerns Along Coquihalla Highway

Coquihalla Highway, BC - December 5, 2023 - 4:55 AM PST In a weather alert issued early this morning, residents and commuters along the Coquihalla Highway, from Hope to Merritt, are urged to exercise caution as heavy rain persists in the region. The downpour, anticipated to continue until this afternoon, has prompted concerns about potential flooding and landslides. Meteorologists predict total rainfall amounts ranging between 60 to 80 mm, increasing the risk of local floodi

Vernon News Desk

Dec 5, 20231 min read