Notice of Upcoming Pile Burning Program in Sayward Valley

Dear Residents,

We would like to inform you that La-kwa sa muqw Forestry LP will be initiating a pile burning program in the Sayward Valley starting Tuesday, October 15th. This program is expected to last for approximately one month, depending on weather conditions and venting.

The purpose of this activity is to expand our tree planting area and reduce fire fuel hazards in logged regions. We are required by regulation to manage fuel hazards near the Sayward Fire Protection District.

Please note that the Open Burning Smoke Control Regulation outlines specific conditions for this pile burning, taking into account factors such as venting, wind direction, wood moisture content, and the age of the piles. Our goal is to minimize any noticeable impact on air quality for the residents of Sayward during this program.

If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me.

Best regards,

Shawn Crawford
Silviculture Planner
crawford@lakwasamuqw.com
250-287-5037

Waiting For Mama – Photo By Dene Rossouw

A black bear cub gets tired waiting for mama bear to bring back a fish in British Columbia.

Dene Rossouw

Dene Rossouw

About Dene

Dene spends weekends photographing wildlife with a Nikon Z9, D850 and Nikkor 400mm f/2.8G ED VR, plus portrait, micro and landscape lenses.

Many of Dene’s photographs are available for purchase on his website.

 

Contact Dene

Phone

778.386.5167

Email

Dene@FotoMoods.com

Web

Fotomoods.com

The Importance Of Visible Home Address Signs

Missing packages? If your address sign isn’t clearly visible from the road, don’t blame the delivery driver!

 

Win A Prize

Install a new address sign by October 15th, complete the entry form at srd.ca/addressing, and share a photo of your sign for a chance to win one of 5 surprise gifts valued at $50 each! Remember, having a visible address sign helps ensure timely deliveries.

Learn more about the importance of proper home addressing and tips for making your sign more visible at srd.ca/addressing.

10 Things To Consider Before Starting A Category 2 Open Fire

As fall approaches, residents of rural areas might consider using fire to clear woody debris from their properties. This practice is known as Category 2 open burning. While it can be an effective method, it’s essential to burn responsibly. Here are some safety tips:

  1. Check Fire Bans
    Visit the Fire Bans and Restrictions website to ensure there are no prohibitions in your area.
  2. Local Regulations
    Confirm with your local government that this type of burning is permitted.
  3. Weather Considerations
    If it’s windy on the day you plan to burn, postpone the activity.
  4. Create a Fuel Break
    Clear all combustible material around the burn area to establish a safe fuel break.
  5. Have Safety Tools Ready:
    Keep at least one fire suppression tool and sufficient water nearby to control any potential spread.
  6. Never Leave Unattended
    Always monitor the fire; never leave it unattended, even for a moment.
  7. Report Escapes
    If the fire goes beyond your control, report it immediately.
  8. Extinguish Completely
    Before leaving the area, ensure the fire is fully out and the ashes are cool to the touch.
  9. Fire Size Limits
    You can have up to two fires burning at the same time, with each fire not exceeding 2 meters high by 3 meters wide.
  10. Field Clearing
    If burning stubble or grass, the area must not exceed 2,000 square meters (0.2 hectares).

Remember, if your fire escapes and leads to a wildfire, you could face fines up to $1 million, a potential jail sentence of up to 3 year and be liable for all firefighting costs.

Find more information on open burning here.

History Of The BC Ambulance Service

Brian Twaites with BC Emergency Health Services brings viewers on a journey through the history of the BC Ambulance Service. The BCEHS is celebrating 50 years of serving patients in BC.