Brush Pile Burns and Fire Detection System Testing Scheduled for Next Week

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Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) and Forest Enhancement Society of B.C. (FESBC), will be conducting brush pile burns near the south end of Eastside Road next week as part of ongoing wildland fire mitigation efforts.

The burns will take place in a controlled environment, starting as early as Wednesday, January 8, and will coincide with further testing of SenseNet, an early wildland fire detection system. 

Residents and visitors in the area are advised that smoke may be visible during this testing period. 

The City appreciates the community’s understanding and cooperation as it continues to implement proactive measures to enhance wildfire resiliency and safety.

Below is a map of the area where the test fires will take place.

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