RDOS to discuss communications policy after fire department controversy

RDOS to discuss communications policy after fire department controversy

Communication regarding local fire department administration may soon be more transparent. The requested move follows public outcry from some small South Okanagan Similkameen communities concerned about how and when they were notified about changes to their local fire department administration. Na...

Kaleden fire department has service level reduced

The Kaleden Volunteer Fire Department has returned to not permitting firefighters to enter burning buildings under its current qualifications. The department had moved up to interior operations service level in 2023, allowing for entry into a fire-involved structure as long as enough trained personnel and other resources were on scene. After review, Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen staff recommended lowering the service level back down …