The BC Coroners Service has confirmed the identity of a motorcyclist who died as the result of a motor vehicle incident in Penticton on May 11, 2013.

The Victoria Day long weekend is a busy one for Discover Camping, the Province's camping reservation system, but many BC Parks still offer first-come, first-served campsites for visitors without reservations.

Effective at noon on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, the size of open fires will be restricted in most of the Kamloops Fire Centre to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect the public.

Recreational users are advised that effective immediately access to three local recreation sites has been affected due to recent spring run-off.

The BC Coroners Service has confirmed the identities of two males who died after a motor vehicle incident near Chase on May 6, 2013.

With the onset of warmer temperatures, increased snow melt in parts of B.C.'s southern interior have amplified waterway risks.

The Wildfire Management Branch is sending 13 personnel to Alberta to assist Parks Canada in carrying out prescribed burns.

The Northwest Fire Centre is urging the public to exercise caution with any outdoor burning activities this week due to more hot and dry weather expected in the region.

The BC Coroners Service has confirmed that a man missing from his boat in the Sayward area has been found deceased.

Effective noon on Thursday, May 9, 2013, Category 2 open fires and the use of fireworks will be prohibited in the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek fire zones.