Storm knocks out power and ignites bushfires
A thunderstorm has caused a number of power outages across the Kootenays tonight, with FortisBC crews working to restore power to around 4,800 customers in the Trail, Rossland, Montrose and other communities.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued in East and West Kootenay
A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for both the East and West Kootenay.Â
West Kootenay under drought level three
Drought conditions in most of the West Kootenay region are at drought level three. Â
West Kootenay heat wave hits new heights -again
West Kootenay communities have smashed daily temperature records for the second day in a row.Â
Record breaking heat scoots through the Koots
If it felt abnormally hot in the West Kootenays on Monday, it’s because it was.Â
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for West Kootenays
Weather conditions in the West Kootenays are ripe for a severe thunderstorm to develop Thursday evening. Environment Canada has issued...
Three killed, one injured in avalanche east of Kootenay Lake
Updated- March 31
The owner of Kaslo Hotel and Stellar Heliskiing, Jason Remple, was among three men who died in...
Special weather advisory issued for Kootenay Pass
Drivers are being urged to take it slow and drive to conditions with a special weather warning in effect...
March snowpack higher than last year but still below normal
While this winter’s La Niña weather system brought less snowfall to B.C. than was initially predicted, the province still...
Special avalanche warning issued for most of B.C. and Alberta
Avalanche Canada, Parks Canada, Alberta Parks, and the Province of British Columbia have issued a special avalanche warning across most...
Avalanche risk in the Kootenays listed as high
Heavy snowfall combined with rising temperatures has significantly increased the avalanche risk in the Kootenay region, with Avalanche Canada...
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