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Newspaper
Chetwynd The Echo
Location
Chetwynd, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Aug 11, 1987
Page
2
Sherri Berringer reports at Pinecone restaurant that during weekend floods CJDC had no after hours contact number, forcing people to call RCMP for updates. A council member’s complaint about reception was allegedly CJDC’s first, revealing unknown reception issues in Chetwynd.
A letter from J S Rix of Chetwynd criticizes Merchants Association for poor Rodeo promotion. Few stores decorated, no Western attire, no town banners or greeter. Merchants vow better participation next time. Also includes campers stranded near Sukunka River praising CJDC radio but criticizing a loud song during emergency updates.
The Chetwynd Chamber of Commerce met at the Country Squire Restaurant on August 4 to discuss Miss Teen Canada Pageant waitlist, a potential trade show directed to the EDC, and use of the Little Giant theme by the Minor Hockey League. A golf tournament in Fort St John on September 13 was announced with entry forms available. The chamber also seeks a Job Development Program grant for Caboose Renewal and noted board candidacy, finances in the black, and Market Days planned for August 22 amid local flooding concerns. Barb Shirley was thanked for aiding tourists during highway closures and assisting with information and a lost dog.
After four days of incessant rain and a washed out Martin Creek bridge, about 20 campers on the Sukunka River were rescued by a Provincial Emergency Program helicopter piloted by Harvey Evans. Campers were flown to the other side where a school bus awaited, with RCMP and ambulance on scene. Local officials praised the rescue and thanked sponsors of the Rodeo Parade.
A camper truck plunged from a bridge into floodwater near Moberly Lake at about 11 30 am trapping the rear on the bridge. Brian Anderson arrived as a occupant returned with help and rescued a 2 year old child two women and a grandfather. The north side faced worsening conditions as waves two to three feet battered houses and a 8 foot culvert blockage threatened Camp Sagitawa. A community effort including Fire Department CB radio network and local backhoes freed the culvert and aided 15 families about 50 people. Road access to the south side was lost by 3 00 pm and the highway closed.
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