Major leak prompts evacuation of Ottawa care home
Ottawa firefighters successfully contained a major leak and evacuated residents from a long-term care facility on December 28, 2025. No injuries were reported in the incident.
Category : Search result: Abbotsford evacuation alert
Rain, Wind Warnings for Windsor-Essex Sunday and Monday
Environment Canada has issued yellow-alert warnings for heavy rain and strong winds in Windsor and Essex County. Residents advised to clear drains and secure loose objects.
Abbotsford developer fined $80K for safety violations
A Fraser Valley developer was sentenced to an $80,500 fine and two years probation for serious safety infractions that endangered workers at an Abbotsford construction site. Read the full details.
Covert B.C. police find alarming impaired driving numbers
A covert police team in B.C.'s Fraser Valley made an alarming number of impaired driving stops. Const. Rob Dyck details the shocking findings and the ongoing risk to public safety.
Nursing Home Explosion Near Philadelphia Injures Residents
An explosion at Silver Lake Healthcare Center in Bristol Township, Pennsylvania, caused a partial building collapse, leaving people injured and trapped. Authorities are investigating the suspected gas blast.
B.C. $2 properties evacuated over landslide risk
Two Chilliwack properties, assessed at just $2 due to landslide risk from 2021 storms, face new evacuation orders. Homeowners question the purpose as they await government aid.
Abbotsford students create anti-drunk driving liquor store bags
Students in Abbotsford designed unique paper bags for a campaign urging people not to drive impaired. The 'Think of Me' initiative aims to reduce drunk driving during the holidays.
Chilliwack Evacuation Order Issued Over Landslide Risk
Two Chilliwack properties are under evacuation order due to immediate landslide danger, following an atmospheric river that caused widespread flooding in the Fraser Valley. Read the latest updates.
Man charged in Abbotsford extortion shooting
Gursewak Singh, 22, faces charges after a reckless, public shooting at an Abbotsford business on Dec. 17. Police seek information as the suspect remains in custody.
Abbotsford Canucks' Championship Rings Delayed, Team Orders
Months after their Calder Cup win, the Abbotsford Canucks still lack championship rings. The Vancouver Canucks organization, facing criticism, has now ordered them for a New Year distribution. Read about the delay and the team's history of being 'late.'
B.C. officials order evacuations over landslide risk
Two properties in Electoral Area 'E' were evacuated on December 19, 2025, due to an immediate landslide threat. Officials warn residents to heed safety orders.
B.C. woman pleads guilty to child pornography offences
A 35-year-old Abbotsford woman, Siobhan Kirby, has pleaded guilty to child pornography and other sex crimes. Learn the details of the case and the ongoing legal proceedings.
Suspect charged in Abbotsford extortion-related shooting
Abbotsford police have made an arrest following an overnight shooting at a business, now linked to an extortion scheme. Get the latest details on the investigation.
B.C. flood insured loss tally still weeks away
The Insurance Bureau of Canada states it will take weeks to calculate total insured losses from the devastating B.C. floods. Get the latest details on the recovery and financial impact.
Flooding kills 175,000 birds in B.C., compounding avian flu crisis
Abbotsford poultry farmers confront a devastating cleanup after flooding kills an estimated 175,000 birds, a severe blow to an industry already battling a multi-year avian influenza outbreak. Learn about the impact and the fight to save family farms.
Suspect arrested after extortion shooting in Abbotsford
Abbotsford police have made an arrest following a targeted shooting linked to extortion. Get the latest details on the investigation and community response.
Abbotsford's Castle Fun Park Owner Pays for Flood Upgrades
The owner of Castle Fun Park in Abbotsford is personally financing crucial flood defence upgrades after severe flooding hit the attraction in December 2025. Learn about the community impact and recovery efforts.
Abbotsford ends flood evacuation alerts
The City of Abbotsford has rescinded all remaining evacuation alerts as floodwaters recede and the flood watch concludes. Residents can now return home safely.
12-year sentence for man convicted of killing B.C. mom
A man has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for the killing of Chelsey Gauthier, a mother from British Columbia. Get the full details on the case and sentencing.
Fentanyl Alert Issued for Regina by Health Ministry
Saskatchewan's Ministry of Health issued an urgent drug alert for Regina on Dec. 18, 2025, warning of dangerous fentanyl in the local supply. Stay informed and safe.
B.C. poultry farmers face awful cleanup after flooding
British Columbia poultry farmers are bracing for a massive cleanup after severe flooding in Abbotsford. Premier David Eby describes the daunting task ahead for the agricultural sector.
Eby to raise B.C. flood mitigation with PM, premiers
As final evacuation orders lift, Premier David Eby says B.C. cannot prevent future disasters without federal help. He will raise the issue with the Prime Minister and other premiers.
Abbotsford lifts all flood evacuation orders
Residents of Sumas Prairie can return home as evacuation orders are rescinded and the Sumas River flood warning is downgraded. Get the latest updates on the recovery.
Abbotsford lifts last evacuation orders after flooding
Abbotsford, B.C. has rescinded all remaining evacuation orders following recent flooding, though hundreds of properties are still under alert. Get the latest details.
Castle Fun Park's Flood Wall Prevents Catastrophe
Castle Fun Park in Abbotsford avoided major damage in recent flooding, thanks to a protective wall built after the 2021 atmospheric river. Owner Brian Wiebe credits the infrastructure and overnight crews.
Flood warnings lifted for all but one B.C. river
Flood warnings have been rescinded across British Columbia, with only one river still under alert. Get the latest details on the post-storm recovery and ongoing conditions.
Abbotsford Police Chase Ends in Arrest of Suspect
Dramatic video released by Abbotsford Police shows a high-risk pursuit and arrest of a man in a stolen vehicle. The suspect attempted to flee on foot before being apprehended.
B.C. downplays national alert system as floods hit
B.C.'s Public Safety Minister faces criticism for dismissing a Canada-wide emergency alert system during severe flooding. Explore the debate on public safety and misinformation.
Heavy rain, wind warnings continue across parts of B.C.
Parts of British Columbia remain under weather warnings as persistent heavy rain and strong winds raise flooding concerns. Officials urge residents to stay alert.
Toronto building evacuated after gas leak, 1 hospitalized
A gas leak in a Toronto building led to a full evacuation and sent one person to the hospital. Emergency crews responded to the scene on December 16, 2025.
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