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Van Anda Fire Department
May 15 is coming up fast just a reminder that’s when the fire band starts. It may change to an earlier date if we don’t get enough rain. Just be aware that the May 15 date isn’t set in stone.
Van Anda Fire Department
On April 22 evening Van Anda and Gillies Bay fire departments will be having a joint live fire practice at the Texada boat yard in Van Anda. You may seem heavy smoke at this time. Practice starts around 530 pm.
Van Anda Fire Department
There is a new mental health hot line here in BC and Canada please call if you need help.
Van Anda Fire Department
We have two signs up and some cones on the Bubbler bay road near Van Anda end. There is no personal on scene at this time. We will leave everything up until Hydo can make it over too clear the tree on the power line. Thank you.
Van Anda Fire Department
Did you know that B.C.’s coast is divided into five tsunami notification zones? 🌊
The zones are A, B, C, D and E and are used by the National Tsunami Warning Center to add specific information to any tsunami alert they issue.
Learn what zone you’re in so you know if your area is under a tsunami warning, advisory or watch.
Learn more: PreparedBC.ca/tsunamis
Van Anda Fire Department
Van Anda Fire Department
There’s a video on an initial wild fire attack for our area on the coast. Our wild fires act a lot differently that the interior parts of BC.
Hit hard hit fast: Initial Attack in British Columbia
Initial attack crews are often the first to respond to a wildfire. Due to the quick and effective response of this 3 to 4 person crew, approximately 94 per c...
Van Anda Fire Department
If you are traveling too the Cariboo region be prepared that the fire ban is starting super early this year.
Van Anda Fire Department
Remember when you change your locks ahead please change you batteries in your smoke detector could safe a life.