Tag: Heat Wave

Several cooling spaces available in Prince George

Weather Brendan Pawliw - July 30, 2025

According to the city, residents will have the chance to cool down at either of the Public Library Locations (Bob Harkins and Nechako), the Aquatic Centre and Canfor Leisure Pool as well as the Pine Centre Mall.

Mackenzie Recreation Centre to act as cooling centre

Weather Brendan Pawliw - July 29, 2025

It will be open from 6am to 9pm during the week and from 8am to 5pm on the weekend. Water will be made available.

WorkSafeBC encourages employers to protect workers from heat-related illnesses

Weather Brendan Pawliw - July 29, 2025

Between 2020 and 2024, WorkSafeBC accepted 315 heat-related injury claims, with the highest numbers in transportation, public works, construction, food services, and film and television production.

PG Fire Centre bracing for flare ups during mid-week heat wave

Wildfires Brendan Pawliw - July 29, 2025

There are currently 41 wildfires burning in the Prince George Fire Centre, 37 of which are either being held or under control. So far this year, 712,253 hectares has burned in our region.

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Man hiking Great Divide Trail found safe by PG Search and Rescue

Community July 30, 2025

According to a Facebook post, he was hiking the Great Divide Trail over a two-week period, which involved significant route finding and bushwacking when he became separated from his partner.

Regional District unveils hazard exposure data during phase one of Climate Adaption project

Community July 30, 2025

The first phase of the project began in the fall of 2023 with the second phase identifying policy options to address the risks of climate-related natural disasters to conclude at the end of 2026.

Prince George RCMP seeking man wanted for driving while disqualified

Wanted Person July 30, 2025

The Prince George RMCP is on the lookout for 52-year-old Kenny Joe Braun.

Strong building year continued in June for Prince George

City of Prince George July 30, 2025

June was another good month for building permit values in Prince George. According to a report presented to City Council at this week's meeting, the City issued 58 building permits last month, worth a combined $20.1 million.

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