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Busting Earthquake Myths

Posted on November 1, 2013 by admin

From standing in a doorway when the shaking starts to packing only three days’ worth of food, here’s what to believe in the lore-filled world of earthquake preparation. In 1991 a much-viewed TV clip showed a reporter and film crew … Continue reading →

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Many rural fire departments facing same problem

Posted on October 9, 2013 by admin

  By Contributor – 100 Mile House Free Press Published: October 09, 2013 8:00 AM By Roy Allan Over the past six years the Watch Lake-North Green Lake community has worked diligently to upgrade its volunteer fire department. The Watch … Continue reading →

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Open Fire Bans Lifted

Posted on September 18, 2013 by admin

There are currently no open fire bans in effect for the Cariboo Fire Center.  Open fire are permitted throughout the Cariboo Fire Center area as of noon on Sept. 3, 2013; but the Wildlife Management Branch is asking the public … Continue reading →

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Asbestos Dangers Faced by Firefighters

Posted on September 16, 2013 by admin

Savings the lives of others and reducing damage is the main goals of firefighters. This of course comes with its own inherent dangers as the fire and heat pose an array of hazards. However, when buildings and houses that were … Continue reading →

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Our Fire Dept. Desperately Needs More Volunteers!

Posted on August 31, 2013 by admin

Fire department closure looms By Staff Writer – 100 Mile House Free Press Published: August 28, 2013 8:00 AM The Watch Lake-North Green Lake Volunteer Fire Department (WLNGLVFD) is in danger of closing if new volunteers are not found soon. … Continue reading →

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