Fire Safety,- Backyard Burning Restrictions - Lifted - Sept. 27/16

The Category 2 burning restriction (which includes backyard burning) was lifted today Sept. 27 at noon.  At any time of year if burning piles larger than 2 meters high by 3 meters in dia. (category 3) a burn reference number is required.  Burn reference numbers are free and are easily obtained over the phone.  If you require a burn reference number call the Coastal Fire Centre at 951-4222 and ask for a Burn Reference Number or look up the number in the phone book (blue pages). The lowering of the fire hazard and the removal of restrictions does not diminish the responsibility of anyone who lights a fire.  Think fire smart.  Before you light a fire ensure you have a realistic plan as to how you will extinguish the fire if necessary.

Ross