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How we overcame an emergency to keep energy flowing to the Sunshine Coast
With no idea how much time we had, it took a team effort to keep natural gas flowing to the Sunshine Coast.
June 22, 2020
Top 3 myths about dams and your safety
Learn about the top three myths about dams, recreational activities and public safety.
June 8, 2020
This is what actually happens when you click or call BC 1 Call
A first time homeowner tells us the steps she took to ensure she didn’t hit any utilities in her backyard when installing a French drain.
May 5, 2020
How to prevent carbon monoxide exposure
Reduce your risk of carbon monoxide exposure: help keep your family safe by having your natural gas appliances serviced and taking other precautions.
December 20, 2019
What happens after you hit a natural gas line?
Find out what happens after a homeowner or contractor accidentally hits a natural gas line.
November 8, 2019
7 damaging myths about safe digging
Do you know how far down natural gas lines are buried? Do you know what to do if you accidentally hit a gas line while digging? With questions like these, assumptions can be dangerous. Learn the myths—and facts—about safe digging.
September 13, 2019
Construction is underway: what you need to know
Bucket trucks, excavators and wood chippers are just a few the specialized equipment to keep an eye (and ear) out for in the coming months in urban centres, small towns and back country.
May 1, 2019
How trimming or removing trees protects you and your power
Why you might see FortisBC trimming or removing trees in your neighbourhood.
December 17, 2018
How we overcame an emergency to keep energy flowing to the Sunshine Coast
With no idea how much time we had, it took a team effort to keep natural gas flowing to the Sunshine Coast.
June 22, 2020
Top 3 myths about dams and your safety
Learn about the top three myths about dams, recreational activities and public safety.
June 8, 2020
This is what actually happens when you click or call BC 1 Call
A first time homeowner tells us the steps she took to ensure she didn’t hit any utilities in her backyard when installing a French drain.
May 5, 2020
How to prevent carbon monoxide exposure
Reduce your risk of carbon monoxide exposure: help keep your family safe by having your natural gas appliances serviced and taking other precautions.
December 20, 2019
What happens after you hit a natural gas line?
Find out what happens after a homeowner or contractor accidentally hits a natural gas line.
November 8, 2019
7 damaging myths about safe digging
Do you know how far down natural gas lines are buried? Do you know what to do if you accidentally hit a gas line while digging? With questions like these, assumptions can be dangerous. Learn the myths—and facts—about safe digging.
September 13, 2019
Construction is underway: what you need to know
Bucket trucks, excavators and wood chippers are just a few the specialized equipment to keep an eye (and ear) out for in the coming months in urban centres, small towns and back country.
May 1, 2019
How trimming or removing trees protects you and your power
Why you might see FortisBC trimming or removing trees in your neighbourhood.
December 17, 2018