Scheduled Power Outage to Affect Radium Hot Springs Residents

Scheduled Power Outage to Affect Radium Hot Springs Residents

The Village of Radium Hot Springs is set to experience a scheduled power outage on March 5, as confirmed by BC Hydro. This outage is necessary for the replacement of a power pole.

Details of the Scheduled Power Outage

The outage will take place during the day, specifically from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Residents and visitors in the area should be aware of the potential impact on local services.

Impact on Pedestrian Crossings

There are pedestrian crossing signals located at Stanley Street, St. Joseph Street, and along the highway. Village officials have indicated uncertainty about whether these signals will function during the outage.

  • Location of pedestrian signals:
    • Stanley Street
    • St. Joseph Street
    • Highway area
  • Scheduled outage times: 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Due to this uncertainty, residents are urged to exercise additional caution when navigating these crossings during the outage period.

Possible Alteration of Outage Schedule

BC Hydro advises that the scheduled power outage may be subject to last-minute cancellations. Such changes could arise due to adverse weather conditions or crew availability.

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