The Columbia Valley Rural Fire & Rescue Services, operates from the Windermere Fire Hall and provides essential services that enhance public safety, preserve property and endorse conservation of the environment in the rural communities of Edgewater, Panorama, Windermere, and Fairmont Hot Springs.

Founded in 1950, they are one of seven local Fire and Rescue Departments that are managed by the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK)

Address: 1635 Hwy 93/95

Additional contact information for the Columbia Valley Rural Fire & Rescue Services:

• http://rdek.bc.ca
• jmiller@rdek.bc.ca