West Region Forest Fire Update
West Fire Region
September 24, 2010
Next update scheduled for October 1
There have been no new fires in the West Fire Region since the last update on September 17. There are no fires burning in Ontario. The fire hazard remains low for the province.
The Ministry of Natural Resources Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services program is urging the public to remain FireSmart. As a reminder for those using outdoor fires for cooking and warmth during hunting and recreational activities, remember that all fires must be kept small, built on mineral soil away from overhanging branches. They are to be attended at all times and be put dead out before leaving the site.
For residents planning to do brush or grass burning for fall clean-up, they are reminded that under the Forest Fires Prevention Act of Ontario, there is no day-burning of these fires. They are to be started no sooner than two hours before sunset and be out no later than two hours after sunrise.
As the summer comes to a close most seasonal firefighter contracts are ending. Remaining fire staff are doing base maintenance and winterizing of Fire Attack Bases. Caches of equipment that are stored in the far north during the summer are now being retrieved for over winter warehousing in northern districts.
Winterization means blowing out the water lines at Separation Lake Forward Attack Base, Kenora District.
Always practice fire safety with your campfires and shore lunches. Report forest fires using the toll-free fire reporting number: 310-FIRE (3473).
