PLEASE BE ADVISED TIME CHANGE FOR THE GARAGE SALE MAY 18TH TO 9:30 AM
We are pleased to have Shelly Harnden, RFT Wildfire Technician, 100 Mile Fire Zone, Cariboo Fire Centre come and put on her FireSmart presentation. She will start at 10:00 am and it is approximately 1 1/2 Hours. Very interesting and I recommend anyone who wants to firesmart their property to attend. SGLVFD will also have a booth on hand to assist property owners.
If you have anything to donate to the fire hall please contact Roger at 250-456-7755 to arrange pickup.
Grass Fire
On May 3 the SGLVFD was called to a grass fire.
Initially we got a report from a Canada Post delivery employee that there was smoke and debris burning on a lake shore property, Fire Chief Peter McKie says, two firefighter attended to investigate with the Tender at 3 p.m.
Upon arrival, McKie notes it was determined a grass fire was larger than expected and a page-out was made for more manpower and resources.
“It ended up being a small burn pile that got out of control due the wind coming off the lake.Approximately one acre of grass and debris was burnt and encroached into the neighbouring property.”
The chief adds 3,500 gallons of water was used to extinguish the grass fire and complete the mop-up. Fifteen firefighters attended the fire with three apparatus.
For precautionary reasons and the possibility of a wind event, one water pump and seven sprinklers were deployed overnight, McKie notes.
Crews went back the next day to assess the scene and removed the pump and sprinklers as they were no longer needed.
“This was a very good example of the need to ensure the conditions are right for any type of burning.
“Our area is drying out quickly. Always ensure you have an adequate supply of water and a shovel if you’re going to do any burning. including a campfire
Always check with BC Wildfire Service – www.2.gov.bc.ca/content/safety/wildfire – for restrictions before doing any burning.
As of May 10 nothing but campfires, which are no larger that 0.5 metres (19 inches) high and 0.5 metres wide or smaller, are allowed and the prohibition doesn’t apply to cooking stoves that use gas, propane or briquettes.
Wildfires are a top hazard in BC. If one threatens your home, you may need to leave quickly – that’s when your grab-and-go bags will be invaluable.
Build one for each member of your household that includes both basic and personalised items. Find a complete list of what to pack at bit.ly/2UTy9qz
You can also help prevent wildfires by:
• Checking for bans and restrictions
• Never leaving a campfire unattended
• Ensuring your campfire is completely out and ashes cool to the touch before you leave an area
Learn more about preparing for wildfires: bit.ly/2Lk8ItO
Campfires only starting noon May10th!!
Category 2 burning to be restricted in Cariboo
WILLIAMS LAKE – Effective at noon on Friday, May 10, 2019, Category 2 open fires will be prohibited throughout the Cariboo Fire Centre to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect public safety.
Welcome to Emergency Preparedness Week!
EP Week is an annual opportunity to take action and get prepared for the hazards you face.
This year, PreparedBC is getting back to basics with a focus on three steps: knowing the hazards, making a plan and building a kit.
Follow along all week to learn how you can get ready: www.facebook.com/events/2338674016195533/
History
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- 1st & 3rd CHIEF KEN CALLAGHAN 1980-1983 & 1984-1988
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- 2nd CHIEF “BLINK” WHITE 1983 – 1984
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- 4th CHIEF BILL SLACK 1988-1992
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- 4th CHIEF JOHN BURT 1992-1997
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- 5th CHIEF BARRY ROMAN 1997 – 2007