From Haliburton Fire and Rescue
Haliburton – local officials are issuing a reminder that the fire season has officially begun and the risk of grass, brush and forest fires is increasing on the top ground cover layer until it greens up.
“The official fire season in this area of the province starts April 1st, and although the forest fire danger rating is currently set at moderate, warmer weather is quickly approaching and conditions are changing in the forested areas around Haliburton. “The dead grass and brush along with the top layer of the forest ground cover is especially susceptible to fires at this time of year. We are urging caution with annual spring clean-up efforts around people’s homes and cottages.
The Haliburton Fire Department cautions about burning materials in large piles. Even the slightest breeze can carry a burning ember a considerable distance which can threaten nearby homes, cottages and forested areas. Forest Fire Danger toll free ‘HOT-LINE’ is 1-877-847-1577, and now operational. The public is asked to check the hot-line before lighting any fire to ensure that a fire ban has not been declared. A fire ban can be implemented any time environmental conditions create an increased threat of fire.
If there is a FIRE – CALL 911
Questions relating to the local by-law can be directed to the Haliburton Fire Department 705 457-2126
Burning Regulations In Effect April 1 to October 31
*No burning between two (2) hours after sunrise and two (2) hours before sunset
*Fires must be attended at all times by a competent person with adequate equipment to extinguish fire (this person responsible for any damages)
*Fire must be away from combustible material by at least three (3) meters and must not exceed two (2) meters in height.
Haliburton Fire and Rescue is also reminding everyone that as of April 15, 2015 carbon monoxide alarms are required in your home/cottage if you have a fuel-burning appliance, a fireplace or an attached garage.
If your home has a fuel-burning appliance, a fireplace or an attached garage, you must have a working CO alarm adjacent to each sleeping area of the home/cottage. For added protection, install a carbon monoxide alarm on every storey of the home according to manufacturer’s instructions.” Fuel-burning appliances can include furnaces, hot water heaters, gas or wood fireplaces, portable fuel-burning heaters, generators, barbeques, stoves and vehicles.
Homeowners and owners of residential buildings that contain no more than six suites must be in compliance with the law as of April 15, 2015. Owners of residential buildings with more than six suites have until October 15, 2015 to comply.
The law will be enforced by the Haliburton Department. Failure to comply with the CO alarm requirements could result in a fine of up to $50,000 for individuals or $100,000 for corporations. The minimum fine for homeowners found to not be complying with the law, face a $295 ticket.
Attached is a information package from the Fire Chief about carbon monoxide alarms to share!!! – click here
For more information please visit the Municipality of Dysart et al web site or call 705 457-2126
