Hot and dry weather prompts caution from Fire Department

During the extreme hot and dry weather, for the safety of our community, local parks and forested areas,
the Township of Langley Fire Department is asking residents to be vigilant.

“When smoking materials have been tossed away carelessly, a fire can ignite in an instant. Dispose of smoking materials
properly and make sure they are fully extinguished,” said Township of Langley Fire Chief Jason de Roy.

Do not smoke in parks, dispose of smoking materials from vehicle windows, on the ground, in flowerbeds, trees, cedars or bark mulch. Report any signs of smoke or fire by calling 9-1-1.

Follow these simple tips to enjoy the hot weather and help prevent brush / grass fires.

• Do not smoke in parks, on trails or in forested areas.
• Never dispose of smoking materials from vehicle windows or on the ground.
• Do not dispose of smoking materials in flower beds and bark mulch beds.
• Use large, deep, non-tip ashtrays to prevent ashes from falling onto combustible materials.
• Be aware of all spark and fire sources.
• Motorized vehicles, particularly all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and dirt bikes can produce a significant amount of heat from their exhaust systems. This heat can be enough to spark a wildfire. Avoid operating any motorized vehicle in tall grass and vegetation when the weather is hot and dry.
• Relocate combustible debris at least 10 meters away from your home.
• Allow all lawn and farm equipment to cool before storing away.
• Ensure your vehicle’s exhaust does not emit on a dry lawn.
• Reduce the amount of fuel present around your house, prune your shrubs, remove dead and dry vegetation leading to your home.
• Report any active or smoldering fires by calling 9-1-1.