- Turn hot water heater thermostat to less than 50 degrees C (medium setting) to prevent risk of scalding.
- Keep dryer lint catch clean and clear.
- Never store flammable fuels (e.g. gasoline, camp fuel and propane) inside your home.
- Store all combustibles safely.
- Ensure there is a minimum clearance of 1 metre around all gas fired appliances (furnace and hot water tank) and that no combustibles are stored behind or beside these units.
Fire restriction lifted
Effective May 1 at 12 noon, the fire restriction has been reduced to a fire advisory. Fire and fireworks permits are now valid, however permit holders must call the Burning Status Line at 780-464-8464, or text ‘BURN’ to 587-340-3696 immediately before burning to see if it is allowed.
Visit strathcona.ca/fireban for more information.