Tag: Fortis BC

Updated: Rosen Lake East Road has reopened after gas leak

Energy & Utilities Layne Gallant - August 20, 2026

Properties in the 6700 block of Rosen Lake Road are being evacuated due to a gas leak.

Elk Valley firefighters and Fortis BC respond to gas leak in Hosmer

Emergency Services Layne Gallant - June 19, 2026

Elk Valley firefighters responded to a gas leak in Hosmer after a gas line was struck on Wednesday afternoon.

FortisBC promotes safe spring planting to avoid emergencies

Energy & Utilities Layne Gallant - May 3, 2026

FortisBC is reminding Kootenay residents to look up, check for overhead power lines and plan ahead before planting this spring.

FortisBC urges you to dial before you dig this spring

Energy & Utilities Layne Gallant - April 20, 2026

As the Spring digging season is starting, FortisBC is reminding people in the Kootenays to contact BC 1 Call before digging.

FortisBC reports significant decrease in gas line strikes in 2024

Provincial My East Kootenay Now Staff - April 22, 2025

Contractor engagement in damage prevention training has led to a significant decline in gas line strikes, according to FortisBC,...

Fortis BC: How to stay safe around Hydroelectric dams

Energy & Utilities My East Kootenay Now Staff - August 2, 2024

With the BC Day Long weekend approaching, Fortis BC is reminding residents and visitors of the Kootenays to stay...

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