We should all pay attention to the first 10 meters around our homes and in particular:
- Raking and removing pine needles and dry leaves within a minimum of 1.5 metres of a home’s foundation. As time permits, continue up to a 10-metre distance around the home.
- Dispose of collected debris in appropriate trash receptacles or you can deliver the debris for free to the Vernon landfill.
Making sure roof and gutters are clean.
Sweeping porches and decks to clear them of leaves and pine needles. Raking under decks, porches, sheds and play structures.
Removing items stored under decks and porches and relocating them to a storage shed, garage, or basement.
Gasoline cans and portable propane tanks should never be stored indoors and should be located away from the home.
The FireSmart Committee is here to assist you and if you have any questions for us, please contact us.
If you are not familiar with FireSmart, please watch this video for more information https://firesmartbc.ca/
