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FIRESMART PROGRAM
What is FireSmart?
FireSmart empowers communities to proactively undertake actions that increase their wildfire resilience and reduce the impacts of wildfire.
FireSmart is informed by a growing foundation of evidence-based scientific research that aims to reduce losses from wildfire events.
The Home Ignition Zone
On residential properties the critical area around a home or structure is called the Home Ignition Zone, or HIZ. This zone is where targeted mitigation can have the greatest impact and reduce losses that result from a wildfire.
The HIZ is broken down into three subzones; the Immediate Zone which extends 1.5m from a structure and includes the structure itself; the Intermediate Zone which extends from 1.5-10m from a structure; and the Extended Zone which extends from 10 to 30m from a structure.
It is important to recognize that the HIZ of one structure can overlap the HIZ of other structures regardless of property boundaries.
THE LOCAL FIRESMART PROGRAM
The Local FireSmart program is funded through the Community Resiliency Investment Program.
Local FireSmart program initiatives are directed by a Community FireSmart & Resiliency Committee. Once completed, this Committee will assist the local FireSmart Coordinator to Implement the Village's community Wildfire Resiliency Plan.
Program Initiatives for 2024 Include:
- FireSmart Events and Workshops
- FireSmart Home Assessments
- Neighborhood Champion Workshops
- Community Wildfire Planning
FireSmart Resources
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HOW TO GET INVOLVED
We can all have a meaningful impact on the resilience of our community to wildfire. In fact, the local FireSmart program needs your help and support to be successful.
Our FireSmart Coordinator is here to help along the way and will be hosting information booths, special events, and community workshops throughout the year.
If you have any questions about the local FireSmart program, the FireSmart Coordinator can be reached through the Fire Chief via email: FireChief@telkwa.ca
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LEARN MORE ABOUT THE FIRESMART PROGRAM HERE
ELIGIBILITY
To be Eligible for local FireSmart programming the property must be located within the Fire Protection Area boundary of the Village of Telkwa.
FIRESMART HOME ASSESSMENTS
A great way to engage with the Local Fire Smart Program is to have the FireSmart Coordinator complete a FireSmart Home Assessment. These assessments are free, confidential, and are a great opportunity to learn about wildfire vulnerabilities around your home and property. They are also the first step to access local FireSmart Rebate Programs where they are available.
BOOK YOUR FIRESMART HOME ASSESSMENT TODAY!
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