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B.C. declares a state of emergency in response to flooding, mudslides

British Columbians urged not to panic buy.

Nov 17, 2021 1:17 PM Read more >

This video from 1985 shows how B.C.'s Coquihalla Highway was built (VIDEO)

If cheesy '80s music is your thing, this government documentary is for you.

Nov 17, 2021 12:30 PM Read more >

'It is brutal': Flood's damage revealed as water recedes in Merritt

Assessments can't be completed until the waters recede.

Nov 17, 2021 10:50 AM Read more >

Princeton dealing with breaks in water lines, little water service to homes

Almost 300 properties remain on evacuation order.

Nov 17, 2021 10:02 AM Read more >

Safety alert: B.C.-wide mushroom recall issued for possible listeria contamination

Check your fridges!

Nov 17, 2021 10:00 AM Read more >

B.C. not participating in Canada-wide wireless emergency alert test Wednesday

The rest of the country will take part in the test, with a message sent out via cellphone, radio, and TV

Nov 17, 2021 8:05 AM Read more >

GoFundMe launches hub page for B.C. flood victims

The hub is regularly updated as new fundraisers are verified by the Trust & Safety team.

Nov 17, 2021 7:49 AM Read more >

B.C. Animal Food Bank needs help supporting evacuated pets

Founder Nicole Wilks says she isn’t sure how she’ll provide for animals in need after the closure of many B.C. highways.

Nov 17, 2021 6:59 AM Read more >

B.C. formally requests federal military support in flood response

Canadian Air Force assets have already been involved in rescues over the past two days, including at Highway 7 in Agassiz where hundreds were trapped between two slides.

Nov 17, 2021 6:47 AM Read more >

Man netted for illegal crab fishing in Burrard Inlet handed six-month jail sentence

Gabriola man led fisheries officers on high-speed chase in the dark

Nov 16, 2021 7:05 PM Read more >