NEWS RELEASE September 19, 2017
The Fire Danger Rating has been lowered to ‘MODERATE’ in the District of Sooke.
In alignment with the BC Wildfire Service announcement, the campfire ban has now been lifted, provided that:
- the fire is contained in a masonry or metal pit not to exceed 0.60 metres (24 inches) in diameter;
- the fire pit is located a minimum of 6 metres (20 feet) from all property lines and buildings and 3 metres (10 feet) from all grass, shrubbery, wood, and all other combustible material;
- a garden hose or immediate source of water is readily available at all times the fire is lit; and,
- the fire is not lit before 6:00 AM and is fully extinguished by 1:00 AM.
Please note that the backyard/open air burning season is from October 1st to May 31st as per District of Sooke bylaw 292. Burning barrels are prohibited year-round.
Thank you to all who followed the ban and reported unauthorized activities. Sooke Firefighters extend appreciation for the assistance in keeping our community safe.
Please report any fires directly to 911, and any unauthorized activities, to the Sooke Fire Department at 250.642.5422.
Media Contacts:
Teresa Sullivan
Chief Administrative Officer
District of Sooke
Tel: (250) 642-1634
Email: tsullivan@sooke.ca
Kenn Mount
Fire Chief/Director of Community Safety
District of Sooke
Tel: (250)642-5422
Email: kmount@sooke.ca