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Monday, August 29, 2016 3:10 PM
Effective at noon on Monday, Aug. 29, 2016, Category 2 open burns are once again allowed throughout the Northwest Fire Centre. While fire danger ratings have dropped with the recent rain, the public is encouraged to still exercise caution with any campfires or outdoor burning.
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Monday, August 22, 2016 2:25 PM
Effective at noon on Monday, Aug. 22, 2016, campfires and Category 3 open fires are once again allowed in all areas of the Northwest Fire Centre.
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Thursday, August 18, 2016 4:55 PM
Effective at noon on Friday, Aug. 19, 2016, campfires and other types of open burning will be prohibited in some areas of the Northwest Fire Centre to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect public safety.
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Friday, May 20, 2016 3:00 PM
This weekend’s weather forecast is calling for a warming and drying trend and above-seasonal temperatures in northern areas of the province, so the BC Wildfire Service is encouraging members of the public to exercise caution with any campfires and outdoor burning.
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Wednesday, March 30, 2016 1:46 PM
The Northwest Fire Centre is encouraging the public to exercise caution with any outdoor burning activities this spring, due to an increased wildfire risk.
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Saturday, December 5, 2015 10:00 AM
From the hot summers of Artemisa, Cuba to the cold winters in Smithers, B.C., Latin Grammy and Juno award winning singer-songwriter Alex Cuba has lived in two different countries. However, he says nothing beats his adopted hometown of Smithers and Northern British Columbia at this time of year.
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Tuesday, November 24, 2015 5:25 PM
The Highway 16 transportation symposium held in Smithers resulted in a successful and constructive discussion between over 90 community participants to address transportation challenges and explore opportunities to improve services.
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Wednesday, September 2, 2015 10:00 AM
Comments are being accepted until Nov. 6, 2015, on the proposed Land Use Objectives Order for the Cranberry Sustainable Resource Management Plan area.
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Tuesday, June 16, 2015 11:00 AM
Following a grueling day of intense competition, three dedicated B.C. mine rescue teams claimed victory this weekend at the 60th annual Mine Rescue and First Aid Competition in Smithers.
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Friday, April 24, 2015 12:45 PM
Beginning April 24, 2015, ICBC claims staff and operations will be located at the Smithers Service BC Centre located at 1020 Murray St. This change will create a 'one-stop shop' for ICBC and many government services in Smithers.
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