Saturday, May 8, 2021

Williams Lake Wildfire Urban Interface Training on Sunday

Courtesy of the City of Williams Lake:

On Sunday, May 9, 2021, fire departments from across the region will be participating in mock scenarios in the South Lakeside, Dog Creek, Eagle View, and Fox Mountain areas. Fire departments from Williams Lake, Quesnel, Miocene, and 150 Mile will be participating in training in the Williams Lake area.

 

“The Williams Lake Fire Department is pleased that the Office of the Fire Commissioner, BC Wildfire Service, and the Fire Chiefs Association of BC are working together to offer essential wildfire urban interface training to be delivered to structural fire services throughout BC before this year’s wildfire season,” said Williams Lake Fire Chief Erick Peterson. “This training will assist us in proactive interface response, and we are excited for this opportunity to work together.”

 

Residents may notice additional fire trucks in the area on Sunday as the fire departments participate in training scenarios

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