Author: Ava Collins
Ava Collins
Ava Collins is a dedicated local journalist based in Comox with over a decade of experience covering community stories across Vancouver Island. A graduate of Simon Fraser University, she has worked with publications like the Comox Valley Record and CBC British Columbia. Ava is an active member of the Canadian Association of Journalists and is passionate about reporting on rural health care, education, and coastal conservation efforts.
A peaceful visit to a park in Comox Valley turned dangerous after a large tree suddenly fell on a woman and a young child. The accident happened on Monday afternoon in a public area near a popular walking trail. According to local emergency services, a 30-year-old woman and a child, estimated to be around four years old, were struck by a tree that collapsed without warning. Witnesses say the weather at the time was calm, and there were no strong winds or storms. The two were walking together when the tree came down. People nearby rushed to help before emergency…
A tragic accident near Comox Lake in British Columbia has claimed the lives of a young mother and her five-month-old baby. The two were struck by a falling tree while outdoors near the popular nature spot on Vancouver Island. Emergency crews, including firefighters, paramedics, and RCMP officers, responded to the scene shortly after 1:45 p.m. on July 31. The location is about a 25-minute drive from the city of Courtenay, in the Comox Valley. The 26-year-old woman was pronounced dead at the scene despite the quick response by emergency teams. Her infant was rushed to hospital in critical condition but…