A statement from the SCRD said Roberts Creek Volunteer Fire Department members responded to a significant beach fire at about 7:45 a.m. to the left of the pier.
The Ministry of Transportation and Transit says traffic will be able to use the main road to Bamfield starting Oct. 24, but the route will remain closed during daytime hours for ongoing work.Â
The BC Wildfire Service says there was very little overnight fire activity near residences on Wesley Ridge and west Cameron Lake as the fire sits at 538 hectares.Â
The district of Sechelt is working closely with RCMP, Sechelt fire department and other organizations to reduce risks of fires. This comes after two wildfires were located in downtown Sechelt in the past week – raising concerns about safety for residents and homes.Â
A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.
A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.
B.C.'s major political parties are pitching tax cuts, frozen auto insurance rates and education improvements as the provincial election campaign continues.
