MUNICIPAL ORDER
FIRE BAN LIFTED
Due to recent changes in the amount of moisture, the current Fire Weather Index and the opinion of Rural Municipality of Torch River No. 488, the Municipal Fire Ban has been lifted for all areas of the Municipality as of 3:30 pm Monday August 9, 2021.
However, All Ratepayers are reminded that, under Bylaw 04-2018, a Burn Permit is required for all fires prior to the commencement of the Fire during Wildfire Season which shall mean the period of time in each year commencing April 1st and ending on October 31st.
The only exemptions under Bylaw 04-2018 are: Fires less than one metre in diameter; Burning Barrels; Outdoor fire place/camp fire/fire pit; Smudge; Incinerator provided the conditions listed in Section 3.2 of Bylaw 04-2018 are met.
Although the Fire Ban has been lifted, everyone should be aware of the conditions prior to burning or activities exposing the environment to a potential ignition including such sources as vehicle and recreational vehicle exhaust systems and exercise caution to limit their liability or potential monetary repercussions incurred from having a fire extinguished.
The Burning Permit Bylaw 04-2018 may be viewed on the R.M. of Torch River No. 488 Website.
Dated at White Fox, Saskatchewan this 9th day of August, 2021.
David Yorke
Administrator
R.M. of Torch River No. 488
FIRE BAN LIFTED
Due to recent changes in the amount of moisture, the current Fire Weather Index and the opinion of Rural Municipality of Torch River No. 488, the Municipal Fire Ban has been lifted for all areas of the Municipality as of 3:30 pm Monday August 9, 2021.
However, All Ratepayers are reminded that, under Bylaw 04-2018, a Burn Permit is required for all fires prior to the commencement of the Fire during Wildfire Season which shall mean the period of time in each year commencing April 1st and ending on October 31st.
The only exemptions under Bylaw 04-2018 are: Fires less than one metre in diameter; Burning Barrels; Outdoor fire place/camp fire/fire pit; Smudge; Incinerator provided the conditions listed in Section 3.2 of Bylaw 04-2018 are met.
Although the Fire Ban has been lifted, everyone should be aware of the conditions prior to burning or activities exposing the environment to a potential ignition including such sources as vehicle and recreational vehicle exhaust systems and exercise caution to limit their liability or potential monetary repercussions incurred from having a fire extinguished.
The Burning Permit Bylaw 04-2018 may be viewed on the R.M. of Torch River No. 488 Website.
Dated at White Fox, Saskatchewan this 9th day of August, 2021.
David Yorke
Administrator
R.M. of Torch River No. 488
July 30 - Fire Situational Awareness Unit Bulletin
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PDAP Assistance for Wildfire Loss
We are pleased to share with you that the Honourable Larry Doke, Minister of Government Relations announced that the Provincial Disaster Assistance Program (PDAP) will provide financial assistance to grazing lands damaged by wildfires. Farmers and ranchers impacted by the devastating wildfires in southwest Saskatchewan this fall can apply for PDAP assistance.
In order to qualify for assistance, general PDAP eligibility guidelines must be met which include:
· Damages must have occurred in a rural municipality that has been designated as eligible for PDAP assistance.
· The annual gross revenues for the agricultural operation must be at least $4,000 but not more than $2.0 million.
· The operation must have less than 20 full-time employees.
· Proof of ownership of damaged property must be provided.
· Income must show income from livestock.
· Any of the damages incurred by an eligible claimant are not recoverable at law or from another government program.
More information on how to access funding and the application process can be found here: http://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/environment-public-health-and-safety/access-funding-through-the-provincial-disaster-assistance-program
In order to qualify for assistance, general PDAP eligibility guidelines must be met which include:
· Damages must have occurred in a rural municipality that has been designated as eligible for PDAP assistance.
· The annual gross revenues for the agricultural operation must be at least $4,000 but not more than $2.0 million.
· The operation must have less than 20 full-time employees.
· Proof of ownership of damaged property must be provided.
· Income must show income from livestock.
· Any of the damages incurred by an eligible claimant are not recoverable at law or from another government program.
More information on how to access funding and the application process can be found here: http://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/environment-public-health-and-safety/access-funding-through-the-provincial-disaster-assistance-program
Fire Permit Season
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April 1st to October 31st of every year is wildfire season in the municipality. If you are planning to light an outdoor fire of any kind, excluding a fire pit, burning barrel, smudge, incinerator or any fire less than 1m in diameter, you must fill out and sign a permit to burn.
Permits are available at the RM Office, from designated Fire Chiefs, or click the link to the right. All permits are void when a Fire Ban is in effect. If you are within 3 miles (4.5 km) of a Provincial Forest, you must apply for a burn notification number with Saskatchewan Ministry of Enviornment. The number to call is 1-306-426-2600. Exemptions from burn notification numbers are the same as the RM exemptions. You can access their website by clicking the link below. 
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For Emergencies call 9-1-1. |
Fire Protection
Nipawin Fire Department
Interim Fire Chief Bruce Pihowich 306.862.4000
Covers Division 1 & 4 and Pruden's Point
Choiceland Fire Department
Fire Chief Doug Kosowan 306.428.2278
Covers Divisions 2 & 5, plus 1 1/2 miles to the west of the division or 1/2 mile west of Snowden
Smeaton Fire Department
Fire Chief Randy Fajt 306.426.2757
Covers the rest of Divisions 3 & 6 (all except 1 1/2 miles to the east of the division lines)
Interim Fire Chief Bruce Pihowich 306.862.4000
Covers Division 1 & 4 and Pruden's Point
Choiceland Fire Department
Fire Chief Doug Kosowan 306.428.2278
Covers Divisions 2 & 5, plus 1 1/2 miles to the west of the division or 1/2 mile west of Snowden
Smeaton Fire Department
Fire Chief Randy Fajt 306.426.2757
Covers the rest of Divisions 3 & 6 (all except 1 1/2 miles to the east of the division lines)
