Keep safety in mind when enjoying your backyard. Here are some tips to help prevent fires:
- Store firewood away from any structure.
- Store fuels and other flammable liquids in a secure location, such as a locked shed or your garageÂ
- Remove any dry and dead plant debris from under decks, in the gutters and accumulations against any structure.
- Dispose garbage, lumber and bulky waste properly.
- Mow and water your grass around your home.
- Enclose combustible decks with non-combustible materials.
- Always keep a watchful eye on fire pits when they are in use and make sure they are safe.
- Contact your utility company if trees or branches are not clear of power lines on your property.
Fire prevention and investigation
Phone: 780-449-9651
Email: Fireprevention@strathcona.ca