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City urges wildfire preparedness
With continued hot, dry weather and a number of new lightning-caused fires in the region it is important to be prepared in the event of a local emergency.
A complete fire ban remains in place in the City of Fernie. This includes fire pits and fireworks.
City of Fernie Fire Ban Notice
To report an illegal fire in the City of Fernie call: 250-423-4226.
If you see smoke or fire outside the municpal boundary please report it: *5555 on a cellphone or toll-free: 1-800-663-5555.
In the event of a local emergency, updates will be provided on fernie.ca and on our Facebook page.
Here are additional resources to help you ensure you are prepared:
Preparing for Emergencies
In the event of an emergency, Fernie has local Emergency Social Services (ESS) volunteers to assist you. In the 72 hours immediately following an emergency, ESS provides basic needs to people forced from their homes.
The City of Fernie works closely with the Regional District of East Kootenay on Emergency Management and Preparedness. You will find helpful resources and regional fire information on their site.
Regional District Fire Information
City of Fernie
