Powder King ski resort braves mild start to season
Denise Briggs reports Powder King Mountain Resort near Chetwynd sees about a third of its usual snow. Despite no snow in October and November and no snowmaker, skiers still turn out, with season passes steady though daily attendance dips. Lift-ticket discounts are offered to attract visitors.
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Unseasonably Warm Winds Power Local Fire Risks
January warm spell in Chetwynd and Dawson Creek brought 15 C with high winds. Trees toppled signs and power lines, a Christmas tree fell in Dawson Creek, while firs sparked by debris burned near logging piles. Fire chiefs urge caution and immediate 911 for downed lines.
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