Monthly Archives: September 2018

Firefighters call for higher fines for motorists driving over hoses

Sept. 25, 2018, Vancouver – The Vancouver Fire Department says $81 and penalty points are not enough to fine drivers for motoring over their hoses. Speaking with CKNW’s The Lynda Steele Show, Fire Chief Darrell Reid said fire services wants to see the province increase fines because it puts their members’ safety at risk. Global […]

Didsbury chief steps down after volunteer resignations

Sept. 25, 2018, Didsbury, Alta. – Fire Chief Craig Martin stepped down Monday after half his crew in Didsbury, Alta., quit in protest over what they’re calling “safety concerns.” During the past few months, 15 of the 31 volunteer firefighters from the department have resigned from their on-call positions. CBC News reports. | READ MORE […]