Department of Community Services
2007 - Yukon Wildfire Bulletins
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Current Fire Danger Ratings Wildfire Bulletin #4 May 18, 2007 - 10:05 AM Fire Safety Urged Over Long Weekend As campgrounds open and Yukoners head out for the May long weekend, Wildland Fire Management would like to remind the public to be extremely careful with campfires and any other burning they may be doing over the weekend. When building a campfire use a designated fire pit or build a ring of rocks at least three metres from shrubs, structures or debris, and ensure that all leaves, twigs and other flammable materials have been removed from the area. Always keep the fire under control and prevent it from sparking into surrounding bushes and trees. When extinguishing your campfire, pour water on the fire and douse the site thoroughly. Stir the fire until there are no embers and the ashes are cold to the touch. If you will be using the long weekend as an opportunity to do some spring cleaning remember that you must obtain a burning permit before engaging in any sort of burning. Never burn in windy conditions or when conditions are hot and dry. Avoid burning near buildings, trees or grass and keep your fire at a controllable size. Keep a supply of water and hand tools nearby to extinguish the fire, and stay with it until it is completely out. “It is very easy for fires to get out of hand,” said Yukon Duty Officer Al Beaver. "When they do get out of control they can do a lot of damage.” Please contact your local district for information on obtaining a burning permit. For general information call 867-456-3845. Wildland Fire Management would like to thank the public for their cooperation in reporting wildfires. -30- For Yukon Wildfire updates, call 1-800-826-4750 Current Fire Danger Ratings |