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A Public Notice will remain in place for several beaches along Okanagan Lake. Results from water quality testing indicate that bacterial levels are currently higher than the acceptable levels set in the Guidelines for Canadian Recreational Water Quality. As a precaution, beaches from Kin Beach to…
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Update, July 7, 12:55 p.m.: Crews have completed emergency repairs to the broken sanitary sewer line in the Okanagan Landing area. A Public Notice remains in place for several Vernon beaches along Okanagan Lake. Beaches from Kin Beach to Paddlewheel Park will remain temporarily closed as a…
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The City would like to advise residents and visitors that several beaches along the south-east arm of Okanagan Lake in Vernon, from Kin Beach to Paddlewheel Park, are temporarily closed.  Crews are currently onsite controlling and repairing a sewer line break in the Okanagan Landing area. The…
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Summer in the Okanagan is a great time to explore our lakes, trails and fantastic local attractions. As temperatures rise, it's crucial to stay mindful of the heat. The City of Vernon is encouraging all residents, businesses and visitors to prepare for the impacts of hot weather event and take…
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Summer weather has arrived to the North Okanagan. Environment Canada is forecasting a steady increase in warmer temperatures over the weekend, with daytime highs reaching up to 37° Celsius starting as early as Monday. These hot and dry conditions can quickly elevate the fire danger rating from…
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A temporary detour will be required for a portion of 30th Avenue next week, as crews begin work on the final phase of a multi-phase road repaving project. Starting as early as 7:00 a.m., Monday, July 8, 30th Avenue between 38th Street and 41st Street will be closed to through traffic. The work is…
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A temporary detour will be required for a portion of Silver Star Road next week, while crews complete shouldering construction along the roadway. Starting as early as 7:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 3, Silver Star Road between Barker Road and L & A Road will be closed to through traffic during…
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Motorists travelling along Kalamalka Lake Road next week may experience minor travel delays, while crews upgrade utility services. Starting as early as 5:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 2, crews will be installing water, sanitary and storm services on a portion of Kalamalka Lake Road between 19th Avenue…
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Lavington Outdoor Pool and Lakeview "Peanut" Wading Pool will open for the summer season this week. Residents and visitors will be able to enjoy these popular recreational facilities starting June 28. Pool Schedules: *Lavington Pool is open seven days a week: Monday to Thursday: 12:00 – 5:00 p.m.…
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At approximately 4:20 p.m. Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) received a report of a grass fire near the intersection of Highway 6 and 27th Street.  When VFRS arrived, they confirmed a fast-moving grass fire was spreading upslope towards a structure.  Firefighters quickly actioned the…