More prescribed burning is coming up this week, this time in the Kootenay River Ranch area, about eight kilometres south of Canal Flats, adjacent to Hwy 93/95.
the burn is planned for about 80 hectares and could start as early as this Thursday, April 11, conditions permitting.
Key goals of this prescribed burn include:
• Enhance wildlife habitat, • Support water quality objectives, • Address forest health issues associated with overly dense tree stands, and • Reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires in the area.
o report a wildfire, unattended campfire or open burning violation, call 1 800 663-5555 toll-free or *5555 on a cellphone. For the latest information on current wildfire activity, burning restrictions, road closures and air-quality advisories, visit: bcwildfire.ca.