The nation wide Simulated Emergency Test will be held on Saturday Oct 8 2016. EXCEPT  if you have an EOC or other operations in  local government offices. Then the exercise will be held on Wednesday OCT 5 2016.  For more information go to

Coming Soon: RAC Simulated Emergency Test on Saturday, October 8

The Tukwila Emergency Communications Group was recognized for their work in emergency preparedness. To read the entire release go to

http://www.tukwilareporter.com/news/393789551.html

The Burnaby Radio Club has had to move their repeater due to tower issues.The temporary location is on Mt.Seymour.  For more information go to

VE7RBY Relocated to Mt. Seymour

RAC has announced the passing of former President Pat Doherty VE3PD. To read more go to

Former RAC President Pat Doherty, VE3PD SK

The Radio Amateurs of Canada AGM is over for another year.  RAC has issued a thank you to both sponsors and those who attended the meeting. To read more go to

Thank you for coming to the RAC AGM / 150th Annniversary Hamfest

HEART’S CONTENT CABLE STATION 150TH ANNIVERSARY HAMFEST and the Radio Amateurs of Canada Annual General Meeting.

http://wp.rac.ca/countdown-is-on-2016-rac-annual-general-meeting-on-september-10

Italian ARES units are using 7060 KHz as they respond to the earthquake. Given the current propagation conditions it may be best to ensure ANY frequency you use is clear using the normal courtesies.  Your usual cooperation is appreciated.

Emergency Management British Columbia uses several terms in times of an emergency response. ARES folks you should know these terms and what they mean.  Have a look at the site below

http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-preparedness-response-recovery/preparedbc/definitions?WT.cg_n=HootSuite

UPDATED AUGUST 24 2016    1430 HRS    ALL ALERTS AND EVACUATION ORDERS HAVE BEEN RESCINDED

 ALL EVACUATION ORDERS AND ALERT FOR THE  Bear Creek Fire   HAVE ALL BEEN RESCINCDED

http://www.cordemergency.ca/CM/Page3353.aspx?Panel=Reading&EntryID=7655839

 

 

UPDATED  24 AUGUST 2016  0730 HRS   Evacuation Orders and Alerts remain in effect. For the latest information go to

http://www.cordemergency.ca/CM/Page3353.aspx?Panel=Reading&EntryID=7655837

 

UPDATED AUGUST 23 2016  1800 Hrs              Evacuation Orders and Alerts remain in place. For the latest information go to

http://www.cordemergency.ca/CM/Page3353.aspx?Panel=Reading&EntryID=7651624

UPDATED AUGUST 23 2016  0700: Evacuation Orders and Alerts remain in effect. Campers will be allowed to return to the Bear Creek Provincial Park with escort to retrieve their personal property during the day today

http://www.cordemergency.ca/CM/Page3353.aspx?Panel=Reading&EntryID=7651617

 

The Kelowna Emergency Operations Centre has been activated due to a wildfire. In addition, evacuation orders and alerts have been issued. For more information go to

http://www.cordemergency.ca/CM/Page3353.aspx?Panel=Reading&EntryID=7647398

 

Updated: Evacuation Order & Alert: Bear Creek Wildfire; Regional District of Central Okanagan. August 22

THIS ALERT HAS BEEN CANCELLED

 

This is an ALERT at this time for the Norman Lake area roughly 30 km west of Prince George.  Check with the local authorities for the latest updates

 

Evacuation Alert Rescinded: Norman Lake area, Fraser-Fort George Regional District (30 kms West of Prince George), Aug 20