Tag: Savary Island

Three dead, two hospitalized after clam fishing boat capsizes near Savary Island

RCMP Nathan Maley -
A clam fishing boat capsized late Thursday night near Savary Island, leaving three people dead. 

Savary Island Volunteer Fire Department announces arrival of new fire apparatus

qathet Regional District Sage Daniels -
The Savary Island Volunteer Fire Department is celebrating the arrival of a new fire engine, replacing the truck that has served the island since 1997.

Savary Island volunteer fire department chief retires, new chief incoming 

Community Justin Baumgardner -
A changing of the guard is taking place at the Savary Island Fire Department after nearly a decade of service.

Island looks to tech to help protect from wildfires

Wildfires My Powell River Now Staff -
Despite a mild wildfire season so far in coastal B.C., many residents still think about recent fires or see...

Total fire ban implemented on Savary Island

News Justin Goulet -
SAVARY ISLAND, B.C. – No fires are allows on Savary Island. A notice from the Powell River Regional Emergency Program...

Success for group looking to conserve Savary Island

News Justin Goulet -
SAVARY ISLAND, B.C. - They had a goal, and have achieved it. A group dedicated to the preservation of Savary...

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