For the past couple of years, Fernie residents have helped mitigate wildfire by reducing fuels in overgrown areas in and around their homes.

The Weather Networks Severe Weather Outlook is telling Fernie residents and visitors to be prepared for significant snow fall this Thursday and Friday.

A significant snowfall followed by a strong surge of arctic air is in store for Fernie this weekend.

The Avalanche Canada danger rating for the Lizard Range and South Rockies this weekend will be considerable and human caused avalanches are likely.

Elk Valley RCMP and Fernie Search and Rescue have recovered the body of a 36 year old male from Calgary who died in an avalanche on Monday.

Fernie Search and Rescue would like to remind backcountry recreationists of a few simple steps that will increase safety and reduce the need for call-outs

A group of 11 backcountry skiers were involved in an avalanche incident today in Fernie’s Orca Bowl.

Fernie has a Storm Watch advisory for up to 25cms of snow that is forecast to fall on Tuesday.

Fernie Alpine Resort is opening for the season this Saturday, December 2nd, and Fernie locals are excited, some more than others.

Snowfall with total amounts near 15 cm is expected near Fernie. With the Fernie Factor this could mean up to 50 cm at elevations.

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Effective at noon on Friday, September 22 campfires will once again be allowed throughout the Elk Valley and Southeast Fire Centre.