Members spent a full year training
Fire services review report released to the public
Numerous fire departments and first responders at area south of Nanaimo
Slash burn began to spread after winds picked up
Lack of fire hydrants in rural area meant extra assistance required
Fires were reported just minutes apart
Both southbound lanes reopened as of 1 p.m.
27-year-old suspect with ‘significant mental health issues’ remained on scene, say RCMP
Firefighters quickly extinguished blaze
GoFundMe accounts set up for Weir family
Crews battled fire for several hours
Minimal damage and no injuries reported; store expected to re-open after 5 p.m.
Three people, one cat escaped injury
Cabin south of town gutted by blaze; victim treated for burns, smoke inhalation
Owner says ‘support has been unbelievable and I just can’t thank the community enough’
Neighbours evacuated following fire on Chatterton Way, third cat still missing
Drinkwater Elementary and Mount Prevost schools hit within a week
