Upcoming events.
OPEN HOUSE IS PLANNED FOR SEPTEMBER 8TH
More details to follow.
TODAYS VENTING INDEX
VENTING INDEX
PLEASE CHECK THE VENTING INDEX PRIOR TO ANY BURNING.
Go to Fire Safety Page Burning info.
BOW HORN BAY
VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT
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For Fire, Medical and Police Emergencies Call 9-1-1 Forest Fire Reporting: (800) 663-5555 or *5555 from cellphone |  |
CURRENT RESTRICTIONS
A ban on Category 2 (backyard debris burning up to 3m wide) will be in effect in the Coastal Fire Centre area effective this Thursday (May 30) at noon.
<span style=">As an additional precaution, there will ALSO be a ban on Category 3 (large machine pile burns) WITHIN THE BOW HORN BAY FIRE SERVICE AREA. Outside the BHBFD area, Category 3 fires may be allowed by other jurisdictions. Campfires will still be allowed in the BHBFD area until further notice.
Local governments may still have their own burning restrictions in place, so people should always check with local authorities before lighting any fire of any size.
If you require further information or clarification please call the Fire Hall 1 250 757 9433, or the Fire Chief on 1 250 240 0419, or the Deputy Chief 1 250 228 2200.
WHERE DO YOU LIVE? DO I HAVE FIRE PROTECTION IN MY AREA?
If you are wondering if your property is in our Fire Protection Area follow this link:-
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Reflective Address Signs! One of the greatest obstacles to fire, police or ambulance personnel responding to a call is a residential address sign which is difficult to read, or not there at all. The need for quick response to emergency situations is critical, and could be a matter of life or death. Ensure that emergency responders are able to locate your property quickly, day or night, by purchasing and installing a reflective address sign. Please download an order form today! |
Now Recruiting!
Stop by the fire hall for Thursday evening practice at 7:00PM
or fill out an application today!
See also the news and event page for more information!