Fire brigade in Upper Clearwater grateful for community support

In an article by Hettie Buck in the Clearwater Times, the Upper Clearwater Volunteer Fire Brigade expressed their gratitude for the support they received from the community, including two new 5,000 imperial gallon water tanks this spring thanks to the Wells Gray Community Forest Society. The area in Upper Clearwater now has access to five water tanks spread throughout the valley due to grant approvals.

Volunteer Upper Clearwater Fire Brigade members cooking up some delicious barbecue on May 25 during the 2024 fundraiser making the best of a rainy day with smiles and serving up a lot of food to the many supporters who turned up for the event in community spirit. (From Left to Right): Corral Labelle and Bri Edwards. (Photo by: Hettie Buck)

The brigade president, Chris Nowak said, “I would like to mention the $20,777.32 grant we received from Wells Gray Community Forest Corporation this last winter that equipped us with three new 13 horsepower pumps, two new volume pumps, hoses and hose fittings. We are so thankful for all of the support by local businesses and people in this amazing community who continue to support our efforts ongoing.”