Two rheas — ostrich-like birds from South America — were rescued by Revelstoke Fire Rescue Services after they fled from a burning truck on the Trans-Canada Highway in the early morning hours of Dec. 7.
Emma Hein of Begbie View Elementary School, Jalen Pehowich of Arrow Heights Elementary School and Poppy Eadie of Columbia Park Elementary School were this year's Fire Chief for a Day winners
Revelstoke's new highway rescue truck will be unveiled at a ceremony at the fire hall on Oct. 15.
Revelstoke firefighters are currently operating a pumper truck past the industry's recommended use by date. A new machine is expected to cost up to $470,000.
