Call before digging, Revelstoke fire chief advises after severed gas line
- A severed propane line was discovered at Third Street West and Rokeby Avenue on July 28, prompting a call to BC 1 by the City of Revelstoke and FortisBC.
- Fire Chief Steven DeRousie coordinated with FortisBC to shut down hydropower for safety, which reduced the risk of propane igniting or exploding during repairs.
- Power was restored by 12:26 p.m., but the area remained closed for maintenance as FortisBC completed repairs on-site.
- Firefighters implemented safety protocols, evacuating nearby residents and conducting checks for hazardous propane.
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Call before digging, Revelstoke fire chief advises after severed gas line
Revelstoke Fire Rescue Services coordinated with FortisBC to temporarily shut gas and reduce spark risk, in an incident that involved a BC 1 Call
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