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For public safety and environmental protection, the public is reminded that fires are not allowed in Victoria parks or on beaches. This includes natural gas and propane fire rings.

Tips to Prevent Grass and Fires

Dry grass, shrubs, and bark mulch can easily be ignited by a tossed cigarette butt, or by glass and metal that can magnify or reflect sunlight.

Below are some tips to prevent grass and bark mulch fires from starting in Victoria parks and residential gardens:

  • Properly discard cigarette butts and make sure they're completely out before walking away.
  • Never throw a lit cigarette out the window of a vehicle.
  • Properly discard glass jars and bottles.
  • Avoid parking the vehicle on dry grass or bark mulch and avoid driving through long grass.
  • Avoid placing the gas or charcoal barbecue on grass or bark mulch.
  • Keep bark mulch moist and avoid placing decorative lights or electric devices nearby.

The community is asked to use extra care during this hot, dry weather.

Impacting the air quality

People and pets can be seriously burned by leftover beach fires that are smothered by sand

Smoke from beach fires can impact the air quality of nearby residents. When burned, salt-saturated driftwood releases carcinogenic dioxins into the air. Beach fires are also a risk to coastal plants, trees, and wildlife and pose a risk to nearby homes.

People and pets can be seriously burned by leftover beach fires that are smothered by sand instead of water and remain hot.

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For first responders, beach fires are often difficult to access due to their location.

The Victoria Fire Department responds to nearly 200 beach fire calls each year that put people’s health, property, and the environment at risk. A beach fire offense can result in a fine ranging from $350 to $2,000.

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