CBC Kitchener-Waterloo's The Morning Edition airing London Morning on Friday
Due to technical difficulties, CBC Kitchener-Waterloo's The Morning Edition with host Craig Norris will not be heard on 89.1 FM or the CBC Listen App on Friday, May 23..
Instead, listeners in Waterloo region will hear London Morning with host Travis Dolynny. The CBC London team will include weather, traffic and news from Waterloo region, so listeners in our area will be able to stay up-to-date.
The team at CBC Kitchener-Waterloo is working hard on the problem and we hope to have the show back on the air on Monday.
If you'd like to speak to CBC Audience Relations about the technical problems, contact Audience Relations online or on the phone. Use the online Contact Form or call 1-866-306-4636.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
CTV News
24 minutes ago
- CTV News
Saskatchewan premier says 2 people charged for setting wildfires
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says two people have been charged for setting wildfires. Moe made the announcement Friday afternoon during an update on Saskatchewan's current wildfire situation. According to Moe, one person was charged in relation to a fire around the La Ronge region that has forced 7,000 people to evacuate. As of Friday afternoon, 25 wildfires were burning in Saskatchewan, seven were considered not contained and another three have crews strictly working to protect property being threatened by flames, according to the Saskatchewan Public safety Agency's (SPSA) website. Moe said many of the fires are human caused, whether it be intentionally or unintentionally. Officials have said that roughly 400 structures have been lost to date. The province is under a state of emergency, making it easier for different levels of government to co-ordinate a response. Moe says they are in daily contact with the federal government but have not yet asked for the military to help airlift out evacuees as they have so far been able to get them out by road. -This is a breaking news story. More details to come. -With files from The Canadian Press
CBC
an hour ago
- CBC
Urgent sinkhole repair closes Coquihalla Highway northbound from Hope to Merritt
A major highway in the British Columbia Interior has been partially closed due to "urgent sinkhole repairs." The provincial Transportation Ministry's DriveBC information system says the Coquihalla Highway has been closed northbound between Hope and Merritt. DriveBC says the closure is due to what it's calling a "washout" that requires urgent sinkhole repairs. It previously said the earliest that traffic might resume was around noon on Friday, but in an update on X, it says the highway will remain closed until further notice. "We were hoping to allow traffic through early this afternoon, but due to unforeseen geotechnical circumstances, we are pushing our next update time to 5 p.m. this evening," DriveBC said. It also clarified that 5 p.m. is not the estimated time of reopening. Motorists looking to travel northbound on the Coquihalla are being asked to divert to either Highway 1 or Highway 3. The closure was first reported by DriveBC at around 8:30 p.m. Thursday at a location between the Portia and Zopkios brake check exits, about three kilometres south of the Great Bear Snowshed.
CBC
an hour ago
- CBC
Your guide to B.C. wildfires 2025: Maps, evacuation orders, air quality and more
Social Sharing With parts of B.C. entering a third year of drought, wildfires are already forcing evacuations and threatening homes, primarily in the province's northeast. The following is a list of resources available to help get prepared for wildfires in advance, as well as how to find up-to-date local information on evacuation orders and alerts, road closures and air quality advisories as the season develops. Tracking wildfires in your region The B.C. Wildfire Service (BCWS) provides a list of all current wildfires in the province, as well as an interactive map that allows you to see where the fires are burning relative to specific communities. It also maintains a daily dashboard that provides an overview of the provincial wildfire situation and forecast. Particular attention is paid to wildfires of note, which are "highly visible" or pose "a potential threat to public safety." Wildfires may also be classified as out of control, which means crews are not able to curb their spread. These fires may not necessarily pose a threat to public safety if they are far from homes or property. Regular updates are posted by the service on Facebook, X and YouTube, and it also offers an app through the Apple App Store and Google Play. Evacuation orders and alerts Local governments and First Nations are responsible for issuing evacuation orders and alerts during emergencies. An evacuation alert means you should be prepared to leave your property at a moment's notice. An evacuation order means you must leave the area immediately and are not allowed inside the area covered by the order. These are often enforced by police. Many local governments have set up text alert systems, which you can sign up for by visiting your municipal government website. Regional districts often take the lead when it comes to emergency situations. CivicInfo B.C. maintains a directory of regional districts. After a local government issues an evacuation order or alert, the information is posted online by Emergency Info B.C. Everyone affected by an evacuation order is asked to check in at a reception centre or via phone so officials can be sure they are safe. Understanding wildfire terminology In addition to wildfires of note and out of control wildfires, here are some other key terms you may hear: A wildfire is an unplanned fire that occurs in a wilderness area, away from people or structures. A prescribed burn is a planned and controlled use of fire. If it escapes its intended perimeter, it can also be considered a wildfire. An interface fire is one that has the potential to affect man-made structures and at the same time burn natural fuels such as trees and shrubs. In this situation, a house fire could jump to the forest or vice versa. When a fire is under control but still smouldering it is being held. A fire is considered contained when a fuel-free perimeter has been established around the blaze. You can find a full glossary of terms on the BCWS website. Be prepared to evacuate Officials recommend you prepare a grab-bag of key items, such as identification, medication and cellphones, so you are ready to leave at a moment's notice. If your home is under an evacuation alert, it is recommended you bring your grab-bag with you when you run errands or go to work, in case evacuation orders are issued while you're out and you're unable to return home. Prepared B.C. has a suggested packing list on its website, as does the federal government. Road closures You can check road conditions, closures, delays and detours by visiting the DriveBC website, maintained by the province's transportation ministry. If you do not have internet access, you can call 1-800-550-4997 toll free to find out current conditions. Accessing shelter and support If you are affected by an emergency situation, supports are in place so you have a place to sleep and can access food vouchers and receive financial aid. This information is collected on the B.C. government's emergency management website. The B.C. government has also introduced a $200 a night payment for evacuees to use toward hotel rooms. The money can be collected in person at emergency reception centres or via e-transfer by registering at You can create a profile in advance so you are prepared in case of an emergency. Insurance The Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) says all standard homeowner and tenant insurance policies cover damage caused by fires and also provide coverage to help with the cost of mass evacuations. It has put together a help page with information for evacuees hoping to file a claim. IBC advises anyone forced to flee to make a list of damaged or destroyed items and keep receipts for expenses they incur. The more details, it says, the better when it comes to making a claim. The bureau also recommends getting your insurance claim started as soon as possible. Burn bans and restrictions The B.C. government provides a list of all fire bans and restrictions. Not all burn bans include a ban on campfires: Open burning bans may restrict the use of burn barrels or fireworks, for example, while still allowing for smaller controlled campfires. You can learn more about the different categories of burn bans on the B.C. government's open burning page. To report a wildfire, unattended campfire or open burning violation, you can call 1-800-663-5555, or *5555 on a cellphone. Air quality Even if flames aren't an imminent threat, smoke from wildfires can travel hundreds of kilometres and affect people's health. B.C.'s Ministry of Environment issues air quality advisories and smoky skies bulletins on its website, which are also distributed as public weather alerts by Environment Canada and through social media channels. The B.C. government provides an air quality health index and map that use data from monitoring stations across the province. You can also sign up for air quality advisories and smoky skies bulletins for your region through email or text message on the province's B.C. Air Quality website. Additionally, researchers at the University of Northern British Columbia have partnered with Environment and Climate Change Canada to create a crowdsourced map using air quality monitors from across the country. Causes: lightning vs. human activity The causes of wildfires in B.C. are divided into two broad categories: lightning and human activity. The BCWS says, on average, 60 per cent of all wildfires in the province are caused by lightning. WATCH | An intense August 2023 lightning storm: More than a dozen lightning strikes in under a minute filmed in Prince George, B.C. 2 years ago Duration 0:51 The B.C. Wildfire Service says more than 2,500 lightning strikes were recorded between the evening of July 20 and morning of July 21 in the Prince George Fire Centre, which covers the northeastern quadrant of the province. Human-caused wildfires are all fires that are not the result of lightning. This can include fires set deliberately or by accident, including through campfires, sparks from railways or industrial activity, discarded cigarettes, fireworks or lanterns. The BCWS and other law enforcement agencies may all be involved in investigating human-caused wildfires, and investigations can take months to complete. Protect your home through FireSmart B.C. FireSmart B.C. is a program aimed at preventing wildfires with tools aimed at First Nations, local governments and fire departments. It offers a series of guides for individuals on how to manage the landscape around homes and properties to decrease the risk of wildfires causing damage, including landscaping guides and tips on maintaining your home to be as fire-resistant as possible. WATCH | West Kelowna fire chief wants focus on preventing future blazes: After disastrous 2023, West Kelowna fire chief wants funding to focus on fire prevention 1 year ago Duration 3:45 It's been eight months since catastrophic fires tore through West Kelowna, destroying hundreds of homes. For West Kelowna Fire Chief Jason Brolund, there are important lessons to learn, particularly in the area of mitigation work to remove wildfire fuels in forested areas. CBC's Sarah Penton met up with Brolund in a regional park that was hit by the McDougall Creek fire last August. Helping others The BCWS says it cannot accept donations of food, supplies or equipment, nor can individual members. Instead, it suggests those wishing to help work with organizations like the Canadian Red Cross, which has launched an appeal to help support people affected by wildfires. The Red Cross says financial donations are the best way to help, so resources can be directed where they are needed and not go to waste. Canadians wishing to make a donation can do so online at or by calling 1-800-418-1111. You can check for verified charities through CanadaHelps.
