The Huntsville/Lake of Bays Fire Department will host a one-hour presentation on reducing the threat of wildfire in your home and community.
Guest speaker Ken Cox, Fire Advisor for Ontario’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, will introduce Huntsville and Lake of Bays residents to the FireSmart program. The presentation will cover Response and Operations, Wildland Fire Effects, how fires start and grow, and how property owners can improve their structures’ chances of surviving a passing wildfire using FireSmart Canada tactics and strategies.
“Just a few years ago, Ontario experienced the highest number of wildfires on record in over 25 years,” stated Steve Markham, Public Education and Fire Prevention Officer for the Huntsville/Lake of Bays Fire Department. “This presentation is essential for preparing our community in Huntsville and Lake of Bays for potentially challenging wildfire seasons ahead. By embracing FireSmart principles and making practical changes around our homes and neighbourhoods, we can really make a difference in reducing the risk that wildfires pose to our community.”
All are welcome to attend and learn about being FireSmart.
Date: Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Time: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Active Living Centre
20 Park Dr, Huntsville, ON
(behind the Canada Summit Centre)
For additional resources and information about the FireSmart program and how to protect your property from wildland fires, visit firesmartcanada.ca.
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Tim Dolan says
I am very surprised that this presentation is bring held midweek during the day when most people are at work, but more to the point, it should be repeated in July on a saturday when seasonal cottagers are back in the area. I think seasonal cottagers and particularily their part time guests are very naive to fire safety in Muskoka. After having recently witnessed a serious property fire, I have developed a completely different attitude towards protecting my property.
Can this presentation be posted online or recorded to be streamed? You will only reach a very small percent of the local population at that time of day and week.
Karen Nichol says
I agree with the previous comments! It would be ideal if the presentation could be:
1. …Repeated in both July and August on a weekend date, so “seasonal” folks may catch it.
2. …Posted online / recorded for streaming.