An arson fire that destroyed two homes on June 5 has led to the arrest of a Castlegar man and an investigation into problems with 9-1-1. (For previous coverage, click here).
Several residents reported calling 9-1-1 and waiting up to 20 minutes to reach the appropriate dispatcher.
Corporate communications director for e-comm (9-1-1) Jasmine Bradley said they received roughly 25 calls regarding the Yew Street fire, the first of which was dispatched to the Castlegar Fire Department immediately, meaning there was no delay in emergency service despite the subsequent technical difficulties… READ MORE
