The city-wide burn ban has officially been lifted. While recent conditions
have improved and we’re no longer in a drought, it’s important to remember
that brush fires can still happen.
Please continue to follow these essential fire safety rules:
The public plays a valuable role in preventing wildfires. The national average
of human-caused wildfires comprises 85 percent of all wildfire occurrences
every year. Most of these fires can be prevented. Preventable wildfires
threaten lives, property, and our precious natural resources. Whether it is
properly extinguishing a campfire or keeping your vehicle maintained to
prevent sparks, following just a few simple steps can help prevent wildfires.
- Only start a campfire or bonfire in an appropriate fire pit, cleared of all
- vegetation and ringed by stones.
- Never leave a fire unattended, such as overnight.
- Always make sure your fire is completely doused with water and
- smothered with dirt before leaving.
- Don’t start a fire on a windy day. Save it for another time.
- Don’t park a hot car or other machine in dry grass.
- Don’t allow gasoline or motor oil to spill on grass or other vegetation.
- Tractors, off-road vehicles and equipment being used in wooded areas,
- such as chainsaws, must have spark arrestors.
- Dispose of used matches and butts in a closed container or cup of
- water.
- Keep lighters and matches out of the reach of children.
Thank you for reading!
