Fraser Valley – Easter weekend is here, Saturday should be a great day with sunshine and 14C.
Maybe a little gardening, trimming and…back yard burning?
Always check with the local municipal website or fire department before you light things up. A gust of wind can turn into a major problem, even disaster.
From BC Wildfire: Backyard burning is picking up across the province. If you’re planning on burning this long weekend, please exercise caution to prevent human-caused wildfires.
Backyard burning and grass fires
Fires used for burning grass and yard waste can occasionally escape and result in wildfires. Grass and backyard fires that get out of control can cause serious damage, quickly engulfing fences, power poles and buildings as well as spreading to neighbouring properties and forested areas. If planning a fire it is important to remember;
- Depending on the time of year you may be required to have a permit
- A firebreak should be placed around the perimeter of the burn area
- Fire can escape especially easily if the wind picks up
- To have adequate hand tools, water and people on the site to keep the fire in check
- Do not light or allow a fire to continue to burn when the wind is strong enough to carry sparks onto other potentially combustible material
- Comply with open burning bans or restrictions and municipal bylaws that apply to your area.
