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Fire Prevention Week - Oct. 6 to 12, 2024
From October 6 to 12, Orillia Fire and the City of Orillia recognize Fire Prevention Week to help educate the community on fire safety and preparedness. This year’s theme, as announced by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), is “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!” and strives to educate everyone about the importance of having working smoke alarms in your home.
Remember these key smoke alarm safety tips and guidelines:
- Install smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside each separate sleeping area (like a hallway), and on each level (including the basement) of your home;
- Test smoke alarms at least once a month by pushing the test button;
- Replace all smoke alarms when they are 10 years old or stop responding when tested; and
- Make sure the smoke alarms in your home meet the needs of all family members, including those with sensory or physical disabilities.
Backyard Burning
Family cookout, bonfire, fire pit, open air burning and camp fire are some more of the common terms used to describe having a fire on your property.
Remember - Open Air Burning Is Restricted in Orillia
The City of Orillia has adopted an Open Air Burning By-law that outlines where, when, how and if you can have a recreational fire on your property. An open air fire in your backyard that is not in conformance with the by-law could result in a fine of $350.00 plus the victim surcharge fee of $75.00.
There are things to consider if you are allowed to have a fire on your property which must conform to the Open Air Burning By-law:
- Is there a Fire Ban? (Check this site and local media for advisories).
- Is there an Open Air Burning Advisory? (Check this site and local media for advisories).
- Wind velocity must be 24 km/hr or less.
- Will smoke and smells bother my neighbours?
- Is there a responsible adult available to supervise, on site, at all times?
- Is the outdoor fireplace at least 5 m from property lines or combustibles?
- Are there trees, phone or power lines above the area?
- Is the outdoor fireplace smaller than 1 m in any direction?
- Use only clean dry firewood, burning any waste materials is prohibited.
Burning things like leaves, backyard brush, garbage or excess building materials is not allowed. These types of items should go to the landfill site.
If you are unsure please call before you burn, it's smarter and cheaper in the long run.
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