FireSmart Tips

Moving your firewood 10-30 meters away from your house is a free FireSmart activity!

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Wooden fences create a direct path from the fire to your home. Separating your house from a wooden fence with a metal gate can slow the advance of a fire.

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When planting new trees, consider planting deciduous species such as birch and aspen.

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Did you know that fires move fastest uphill? If your home is located on a hill, you should consider taking extra measures. Click here to find out ways to FireSmart your property.

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Wildfires can spread up to 11 km/hour in forests and 22 km/hour in grasslands – make sure you have an evacuation plan with your family and stick to it!

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Embers can get into homes easily through vents and other openings and burn your home from the inside out. Walk around your house and see what openings you should install screens on!

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Make sure your family knows where the gas, electric, and water mains shut-off are!

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A spark arrestor on your chimney will reduce the chance of sparks and embers escaping and starting fires.

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Relocating propane tanks 10 meters from your house is a free FireSmart activity!

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Are overhead power lines clear of vegetation? Contact your service provider for assistance with removing trees close to utility lines.

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MYTH: If I know the back streets in my suburb or town well, it will be ok for me to leave at the very last minute.

FACT: Smoke from a fire can limit visibility and you may become confused or disoriented. Power lines and fallen trees on roads may be hard to see making driving dangerous. It is always better to leave early before the fire arrives.

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Did you know that 50% of the homes burned from wildfires are started by sparks or embers?

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