Fire-Rescue News

Burning weeds and lawns as preventative measures are not allowed in Richmond at any time. 

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Breaking out the barbeque is a sure sign of summer. 

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Open Burning, open flame fires, or any fire which releases embers into the air is never permitted in Richmond at any time, in any location, without a permit.

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Effective at 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Wednesday, June 30, 2021, campfires, Category 2 and Category 3 open fires will be prohibited throughout the province of British Columbia and the Tsilhqot’in (Xeni Gwet’in) Declared Title Area. 

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Canada Day at Home, presented by the Steveston Salmon Festival, returns for a second year on Thursday, July 1.

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What to do to stay safe: 

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As of June 23, category 2 and 3 open fires will be prohibited within B.C.’s Coastal Fire Centre, which includes Vancouver Island, the Lower Mainland and the Gulf Islands.

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Disposing of expired flares has been an ongoing dilemma for boaters across the country. To help boaters dispose of expired flares safely and environmentally responsibly, CPS-ECP and selected CIL Dealers are hosting Safety Equipment Education and Flare Disposal Days. 

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Richmond Fire-Rescue is excited to be able to provide you with a tour of our fire halls when it fits your busy schedule.

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The #1 cause of Summer fires in Richmond is carelessly discarded smoking materials. These fires are 100% preventable.

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