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B.C. Hydro breaks ground on multi-billion dollar North Coast Transmission Line

Energy & Utilities Emily Joveski -
Construction has begun on a major transmission line aimed at powering new mining, LNG and industrial projects in northern B.C.

‘Prepare to go home’: Summerland targets Thursday re-entry for about 450 properties

Wildfires John White -
About 450 properties in the District of Summerland could be cleared for re-entry Thursday afternoon as officials prepare to downgrade evacuation orders across much of the community.

Cranbrook puts down new roots with BC Hydro grant

Environment Layne Gallant -
The City of Cranbrook has received a $10,000 Re-Greening Grant from BC Hydro to help make the community greener, healthier and more welcoming.

Upcoming power outage to impact Kimberley

Energy & Utilities Josiah Spyker -
BC Hydro will be conducting a planned power outage in Kimberley on Aug. 5. 

Extreme heat pushes B.C. electricity demand to record high

Environment My East Kootenay Now Staff -
Extreme heat drove electricity demand in British Columbia to a record summer high Tuesday evening as more households relied on air conditioning to stay cool.

BC to to triple public EV charging network by 2035

Transit Kate Brown -
The B.C. government and BC Hydro said they will add 3,500 public electric-vehicle charging ports by 2035, more than tripling the utility's existing public charging network.

Fernie council grants right of way to power firehall

City of Fernie Josiah Spyker -
The City of Fernie has approved a statutory right of way to BC Hydro and Telus to provide power to the new firehall site. 

BC Hydro warns of rising electrical safety risks as outdoor activity increases

Energy & Utilities My East Kootenay Now Staff -
BC Hydro is warning that unsafe behaviour around electrical equipment is increasing as warmer weather draws more people outdoors, putting children and workers at risk.

Spring snowstorm causing power outages

Energy & Utilities Josiah Spyker -
A wire down is causing widespread power outages in Cranbrook. 

BC Hydro relocating Site C camp for North Coast Transmission Line construction

Energy & Utilities Emily Joveski -
BC Hydro says it will reuse Site C worker camp facilities to support construction of its $6-billion North Coast Transmission Line in northern British Columbia.

Power outage planned for Invermere

Energy & Utilities Josiah Spyker -
Invermere residents can expect a sizable power outage later this month. 

Power outage planned in Radium Hot Springs

Energy & Utilities Josiah Spyker -
The Village of Radium Hot Springs has been notified by BC Hydro that a power outage is scheduled for Mar. 5.

BC Hydro to conduct infrastructure work near community forest

Energy & Utilities Josiah Spyker -
Residents using the Cranbrook Community Forest can expect some BC Hydro helicopter operations next month. 

Hydro outages planned in Moyie and Yahk

Energy & Utilities Josiah Spyker -
Over 350 residents in the Moyie and Yahk area will be without power for a few hours next week. 

Elkford opening warming centre for planned outage

M.D. of Elkford Josiah Spyker -
The District of Elkford will open a warming centre at the Community Conference Centre for the upcoming planned power outage. 

BC Hydro rolls out plan to address Elkford power outages

Energy & Utilities Josiah Spyker -
BC Hydro has released a plan to address persistent power outages in Elkford, and Mayor Steve Fairbairn said he is pleased work is beginning immediately.
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