UPDATE: Wildfire reported west of Merritt is ‘being held’
UPDATE — 9 a.m., April 4 According to BC Wildfire Service, the wildfire located west of...
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NICOLA VALLEY TOP 5: Merritt’s top stories of 2023
The Herald counts down the top five stories that affected Merritt and the Nicola Valley in 2023.
West Kelowna thanks Merritt fire department
West Kelowna’s Mayor Gord Milsom expressed his gratitude and appreciation to the City of Merritt and the Merritt Fire Department for their support during wildfires that happened in August this year.
First building permit awarded to Lytton family after 2021 wildfire
Jerry and Lilliane Bannister are the first to receive their permit to rebuild their Lytton home, more than 2 years after the wildfire.
City, Merritt fire department recognized for resiliency
Merritt Fire Rescue has been recognized for its work in wildfire mitigation during the 2023 wildfire season.
Fires, festival cancellation factor into decrease in Merritt tourism
The Baillie House saw a drop of about 28 per cent in visitors in the 2023 summer season compared to 2022.
Funds to reduce disaster risk coming for B.C.
The British Columbia government has announced a $2.9 million fund to four organizations to start on climate and disaster risk-reduction projects.
FireSmart B.C. program aimed towards youth
FireSmart BC has announced a new program that aims to teach the next generation how to keep their...
TEGART: Time for a new chapter in wildfire management
It’s time for a new approach to wildfire management in B.C. that will protect people across the province and support communities like our own here in Merritt.
More fire restrictions lifted in Kamloops Fire Centre
As of noon on Friday, Oct. 6, Category 2 open burning will be permitted in the Kamloops Fire Centre.
Campfire ban rescinded in Merritt thanks to cooler weather
Campfires smaller than 0.5m x 0.5m are allowed in the Merritt area as of Sept. 28.
More funding for local fire departments coming to B.C. municipalities
The B.C. government announced in a press release on Sept. 22 a funding of almost $5 million to...
Merritt crews douses overnight grass fire
Local patrolling RCMP members noticed the blaze around 1:30.a.m. near River Ranch Road, behind No Frills.
Province offers Disaster Financial Assistance to wildfire-affected communities
Local governments and First Nations that have been affected by wildfires this season are eligible to request Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA).
B.C. government rescinds travel ban in parts of province
UPDATE, AUG. 23, 7:39 A.M. — The travel ban to hotels and campgrounds in some wildfire...
RECAP: Multiple fire crews tackle weekend-long wildfire
Firefighters have managed to extinguish the fire at the former Tolko mill, located at Lindley...
B.C. residents urged to stay vigilant as wildfire, drought risk remains severe
On Monday (July 24), for the first time in more than a month, showers and cooler weather were reaching parts of the province.
Campfire ban to take effect on Friday throughout Kamloops Fire Centre
A campfire ban will be put in place in the Kamloops Fire Centre, which includes Merritt, on July 7 at noon.
Two small wildfires burning south of Merritt now under control
Two small wildfires have broken near Merritt, with the spot size flames still classified as ‘out of control’ this morning (June 29) after being discovered late yesterday.
Wildfire near junction of Highways 8 and 97C being held
BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) crews are currently battling a wildfire near Merritt, where a 20 hectare blaze has grown rapidly throughout the day due to windy conditions.
