To access the support, British Columbians must register with the Red Cross by calling 1 (800) 863-6582, between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Pacific time, the province said.
“Recent extreme wildfire events demonstrate just how vital emergency operations centres are,” said Mike Farnworth, minister of public safety and solicitor general.
The health region said it continues to see increased patient volumes due to the record-breaking heat wave as Canada Day approaches — typically one of the busiest days for emergency room visits.
Nanoose Volunteer Fire Department responded to Sleepy Hollow Storage near Parksville late Friday (May 21) night after reports of a storage locker on fire.
“With this grant, the RDN and Lantzville have the opportunity to provide volunteers with training in their own community,” said Tyler Brown, RDN chair.