Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) quickly contained a grass fire along Commonage Road Sunday evening.
At approximately 6:00 p.m., VFRS received a report of a wildland fire in the 400-block of Commonage Road, near MacKay Reservoir, between Predator Ridge and the Bailey Rd turnoff. Upon arrival,…
The City of Vernon is pleased to announce the boat launch at 8130 Tronson Road was replaced this spring and is open for boaters’ use.
The previous boat launch was in disrepair and required replacement. The new boat launch includes heavier concrete slabs and erosion protection to help ensure the…
Residents of South Vernon have been notified of an upcoming road rehabilitation project that is scheduled to take place in their neighbourhoods later this month. The work will begin near the end of July, and will take approximately one week to complete.
Contractors working for the City of Vernon…
Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) was pleased to introduce some of its newest firefighters to residents of the Predator Ridge community yesterday.
During an open house at Fire Station 3 that was hosted for nearby residents, a group of 10 new auxiliary firefighters were introduced, who recently…
As we get further into the summer season, the North Okanagan is experiencing sustained hot temperatures and very dry conditions, and Environment Canada is forecasting possible thunderstorms for today and tomorrow.
Already this year, fire departments across the North Okanagan have responded to…
(As of 3:15 p.m.)
For all further updates on this fire, please visit the BC Wildfire Service interactive map.
(As of 2:20 p.m.)
Firefighters on scene of a wildfire in Ellison Provincial Park have reported the fire is being held and crews are establishing a fire guard on the perimeter of the…
Partial closure of 32nd Avenue to begin next week for major reconstruction project
A major reconstruction project on 32nd Avenue is scheduled to begin next week, between Pleasant Valley Road and 20th Street. The work includes replacement of road, sidewalk, water main, storm sewer, and sanitary…
What you plant in your yard and where you plant in your yard can make a big difference when it comes to protecting your house from fire.
Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) and the City of Vernon are asking residents to consider FireSmart™ plant options when looking to spruce up their yards or…
The 2900 Plaza is returning to Downtown Vernon this week.
In collaboration with the Downtown Vernon Association, the 2900-block of 30th Avenue will be closed to vehicle traffic and a pedestrian plaza will come to life with food and entertainment for the whole family.
As of today (July 5), the 2900-…
(as of July 4 at 4:00 p.m.)
Vernon Fire Rescue Services remains on the scene of a major structure fire in Downtown Vernon. Heavy equipment was brought in to demolish the walls of the building so firefighters could gain better access to the interior and attack hot spots.
Demolition of the building…
