Daily Archives: July 14, 2021

Following the report of a possible chemical exposure at the Lumby Spray Park and Pool, a hazmat team from the City of Vernon’s fire department responded to investigate. The hazmat team has concluded their response and found that there was an individual exposure to an accidental mixing of chemicals, and there is no risk to the public. The hazmat team has disposed of the mixture. As a result, the Oval Park at 1815 Glencaird Street, the White Valley Community Centre at 2250 Shields in Lumby, BC, have reopened after a precautionary closure was implemented at 9 am on…

The Oval Park, including Lumby Spray Park and Pool located at 1815 Glencaird Street, and the White Valley Community Centre and Lumby Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library located at 2250 Shields in Lumby, BC, are closed until further notice due to a potential chemical exposure. While opening the park for the day and performing their routine maintenance operations, a Lumby staff member reported feeling unwell while handling chemicals, and is on route to the hospital for further observation. The Lumby and District Fire Department is on scene investigating. “The area has been secured with no public access…