Fire bans include RM of Kindersley, and RM of Monet and Town of Eston

From Government of Saskatchewn Public Safety Agency:

Residents are encouraged to take extra care to prevent wildfires by following these tips:

Check for fire bans in your area before lighting any fire.

- Float and stir campfire coals.

- Avoid driving through or parking on dry grass. A vehicle’s exhaust can reach a temperature of more than 538 degrees Celsius (1,000 degrees Fahrenheit). It only takes about 260 degrees Celsius (500 degrees Fahrenheit) to start a fire.

- Don’t use machines or tools that may cause sparks during dry conditions. If you must use a tool such as a grinder, wet down your working area and have a fire extinguisher handy.

- Teach your children not to play with fire or matches. Fire can spread quickly.

- Dispose of cigarettes and matches correctly. Don’t throw them out of a vehicle.

If you need to burn grass, bush piles or stubble on your property, plan ahead for a safe outcome:

- Do not plan a controlled burn if there is a fire ban in your municipality.

- Call 1-866-404-4911 before you start your controlled burn.

- Have fire guards in place around the area where you wish to burn.

- Pay attention to the weather. Most grass fires and wildfires start during hot, dry and windy conditions. Don’t burn in these weather conditions.

- Reduce ignition sources. It’s possible to unintentionally start a fire in dry conditions.

- Have access to hoses, fire extinguishers and a water source before you begin your controlled burn.

- By reporting controlled burns in advance, you’ll avoid dispatching firefighters unnecessarily.

- If you plan to burn in a provincial forest, in park land, or any quarter section wholly or partly within 4.5 km of a provincial forest during the wildfire season, from April 1 to October 31, you must get a Burn Notification Number.

If your home is at risk of wildfire, take steps now to be FireSmart. Visit saskpublicsafety.ca to download a free homeowner’s manual and to stay informed about the current wildfire situation