Fernie had a lightening strike caused fire Wednesday evening shortly after 9PM at Fernie Alpine Resort on Snake Ridge. It was quickly reported and extinguished with helicopter and ground crew support.

The BC Wildfire Service have 40 personnel on it, one helicopter, air tanker support, five pieces of heavy equipment, and have some machine guard and retardant guard on the south flank.

Extreme Fire Danger in Region has the RDEK Pleading with Public to be Smart

The RDEK has self-fill Sandbag Stations and is encouraging area residents to be aware of the potential for rising or rapidly changing conditions in area waterways.

West Fernie Servicing & Restructure Project Phase 2 Construction Contract Awarded

The Kootenay East Regional Hospital District Board has elected its Chair and Vice Chair for the coming year.

The mock-scenarios included a large-scale fuel leak in the Elk River and motor vehicles incidents involving hazardous materials and multiple injuries.

Residents are welcome to participate in the compost pilot program by voluntarily dropping off accepted organic materials in the marked bins at the RDEK Transfer Station in Fernie.

The Southeast Fire Centre is asking the public to exercise caution while conducting any outdoor burning activities this spring, due […]

Transition Plan in Place for CAO The RDEK Board of Directors has announced they have selected a new Chief Administrative […]

Shawn Tomlin, current RDEK director of finances and a 12-year member of the regional government senior management team, will assume the position of CAO

If you know an outstanding volunteer in RDEK Area A, we want a nomination from your for 2016 Electoral Area […]