Chetwynd community aids avalanche stranded motorists
Amid a Pine Pass avalanche that trapped travelers in the Peace region, Chetwynd residents and businesses mobilized quickly. Pomeroy Hotel hosted teams from across the province, offered a special rate, fed guests, and organized a pizza party while Lakeview Inns and Suites provided reduced rates. Local emergency services and the visitor centre assisted, and nearby businesses stayed open late to supply food and fuel as residents praised the community spirit.
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Coal truck loses load in ditch on Highway 29 incident
A coal truck lost control on a steep hill near Gwilliam Lake on Highway 29 in the afternoon, smashing into a northbound car. Both vehicles ended in a ditch. The male driver suffered minor injuries and was taken to Chetwynd Hospital. The coal truck driver was uninjured. RCMP cited road conditions as a major factor as the investigation continues.
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