Major structure fire in downtown Vernon, public asked to stay back

Residents in the Kekuli Centre apartments in Vernon have been evacuated as a precautionary measure. No additional evacuations have been deemed necessary at this time.

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Fireworks believed to have sparked Vernon house fire

The possession, storage, or discharge of fireworks without a permit may result in a fine of up to $300 and multiple fines may be issued for a single infraction.

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Vernon, B.C. won’t offer fire coverage to area of fatal rural blaze

The majority of Vernon city council voted on Tuesday not to offer fire coverage to the Commonage area as it wouldn't make financial sense for the municipality.

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Vernon, B.C. fire department shares details of response to fatal blaze

Vernon Fire Rescue Services' deputy chief of operation defended the department's handling of the call saying there was nothing crews could have done differently once on scene. 

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It’s a girl: Vernon, B.C. firefighters step in to help deliver baby

"We are incredibly proud of the crew and the work they did to assist the mother and help with a safe delivery," Vernon firefighters said.

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Early wildfire detection sensors installed near Vernon, B.C.

An early wildfire detection pilot project in Vernon, B.C., will collect information about environmental conditions and use it to assess if a blaze has sparked. 

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