Mon Aug 19th, 2019
We would like to announce that AMFD Deputy Fire Chief Wayne Jasper was recently elected to a two year term as Vice President of the national executive for the Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association (CVFSA).
Fri Aug 9th, 2019
Anarchist Mountain Fire Department shared a post.
Oliver Fire Department
With the right conditions Fire Embers can travel more than 2km from a wildfire and with high winds and thunder storms expected over the next few days, it is important for us to learn how to better protect our homes and take action on making them safer right now. This video outlines safe zones for your home and things to look for in order to help better protect your home. Take special note of the Zone 1 information and perform the easily achievable things like moving patio furniture, dead plants, leaves, pine needles and other debris from the area directly around your home. Everyone can do something to help protect their property from the threat of wildfire and in turn help protect their neighbours in their neighbourhood by doing the same. FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION AND RESOURCES ON WHAT YOU CAN DO TO PROTECT YOUR HOMES FROM THE THREAT OF WILDFIRE CLICK THE LINK BELOW AND GO TO THE FIRESMART WEBSITE! www.firesmartcanada.ca/resources-library/ Stay Safe!
Fri Aug 9th, 2019
The story of Smokey the Bear began when a bear was rescued from a wildfire. 75 years later his legacy lives on.
Wed Aug 7th, 2019
Anarchist Mountain Fire Department shared a post.
UPDATE: The Eagle Bluff Wildfire is now estimated at 900 hectares. This increase in size is largely due to better mapping yesterday evening, but the fire did see some growth overnight as a result of the topography of the area. Small-scale hand ignition operations are planned for today on the southern edge of Gallagher Lake. This will allow the crews to remove combustible fuels between the community and the fire perimeter. Increased smoke will be visible from nearby communities. Ignition operations are highly dependent on receiving favourable weather conditions. The evacuation alert remains in place, for additional information regarding the evacuation alerts for this wildfire please contact the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen. More information can be found on our Wildfire of Note page here: ow.ly/UFHt30piwhY
Mon Aug 5th, 2019
With the increase in alternative powered vehicles, it’s nice to see Tesla doing their part to increase safety for first responders.
www.tesla.com/en_CA/firstresponders
First Responders | Tesla Canada
tesla.com
Tesla is committed to helping fire departments and first responders safely handle emergency situations involving Tesla vehicles. Emergency disconnects are available to safely de-energize the vehicle when extraction is necessary to rescue passengers.
Mon Aug 5th, 2019
Smoke is clearly visible in our area.
Evac alert at Gallagher Lake - Oliver News
castanet.net
UPDATE: 6:15 a.m. An evacuation alert has been issued by the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen Emergency Operations Centre for a wildfire burning close to Gallagher Lake.
Sat Aug 3rd, 2019
Anarchist Mountain Fire Department shared a link.
Fire safety urged for BC Day weekend
osoyoostoday.ca
It’s going to be hot — and dry — this B.C. Day long weekend and that has the provincial wildfire service worried as it enters it most active part of the season. The service is asking those he…
Sat Jul 27th, 2019
A Category 2 burning ban to take place in the neighbouring Southeast Fire Centre. Please use appropriate caution in our area as well as a similar ban has been in place since June 12th.
bcfireinfo.for.gov.bc.ca/hprScripts/wildfirenews/DisplayArticle.asp?ID=3138
Category 2 open burns to be prohibited in Southeast Fire Centre
bcfireinfo.for.gov.bc.ca
CASTLEGAR - Effective at noon Pacific time on Monday, July 29, 2019, Category 2 open burning will be prohibited throughout the Southeast Fire Centre's jurisdiction, including the Rocky Mountain Natural Resource District and the Selkirk Natural Resource District.
Thu Jul 25th, 2019
Anarchist Mountain Fire Department shared a post.
A reminder to stay clear of the area.
At this time, we'd like to ask boaters on the northern end of Osoyoos Lake to clear the area so skimmers may safely carry out firefighting operations on the Richter Mountain wildfire (K51089).
Tue Jul 23rd, 2019
Another busy night for AMFD Firefighters. Crews responded very quickly to several new fires as a result of tonight’s lightning storm. All known fires have been extinguished and crews returned to hall.
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Congrats Wayne. Awesome news
9 hours agoCongratulations Wayne !!!
4 hours agoCongrats Wayne
9 hours agoCongratulations...stand tall, stand proudl!! (My husband is a Fallen Firefighter from Sidney Volunteer Firefighters Association) - 29 years fighting fires without a mask!
6 hours agoCongratulations Wayne
9 hours agoCongratulations DC Jasper!
17 hours agoCongrats Wayne! Love your work!
10 hours agoApex Fire BrigadeWow! What an amazing achievement. From everyone at the Apex Volunteer Fire Department, congratulations Wayne!
17 hours agogood! Congratulations, Wayne...Barb & Garth Haskell ..
13 hours agoCongrats Wayne !!!!
10 hours agoGood for you Wayne you’ve worked hard for your dept
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