MUNICIPAL ORDER
FIRE BAN
WHEREAS
In the opinion of the Rural Municipality of Torch River No. 488, an extreme fire hazard condition exists within the municipality;
THEREFORE
i) No person shall light, or start or allow or cause to be lighted, ignited or started a fire of any kind whatsoever in the open air including exemptions as stated in section 3.1 of BYLAW NO. 04-2018 - Burning Permit Bylaw.
ii) All burning permits, if any, issued for the burning of material within the municipality are hereby suspended effective the date of this order.
iii) The lighting or discharge of fireworks is strictly prohibited.
This fire ban applies to ALL lands located within ALL Divisions of the Rural Municipality of Torch River No. 488
This order takes effect 10:30 am May 10, 2021 and will continue to be in effect until further notification from the Municipality
Dated at White Fox, Saskatchewan this 10th day of May, 2021.
David Yorke
Administrator
RM of Torch River No. 488
FIRE BAN
WHEREAS
In the opinion of the Rural Municipality of Torch River No. 488, an extreme fire hazard condition exists within the municipality;
THEREFORE
i) No person shall light, or start or allow or cause to be lighted, ignited or started a fire of any kind whatsoever in the open air including exemptions as stated in section 3.1 of BYLAW NO. 04-2018 - Burning Permit Bylaw.
ii) All burning permits, if any, issued for the burning of material within the municipality are hereby suspended effective the date of this order.
iii) The lighting or discharge of fireworks is strictly prohibited.
This fire ban applies to ALL lands located within ALL Divisions of the Rural Municipality of Torch River No. 488
This order takes effect 10:30 am May 10, 2021 and will continue to be in effect until further notification from the Municipality
Dated at White Fox, Saskatchewan this 10th day of May, 2021.
David Yorke
Administrator
RM of Torch River No. 488
Precautionary Drinking Water Advisory
This Advisory applies to all users of the Hamlet of Garrick distribution system and is effective:
10:00 am April 12, 2021.
The safety of the Garrick drinking water supply cannot be ensured at all times. Therefore, as a precautionary measure consumers should:
(a) Boil all water, used for drinking purposes, for at least one (1) minutes, at a rolling boil, prior to usage;
(b) Boil water to be used for other activities where it may be ingested, including:
(i) brushing teeth or soaking false teeth;
(ii) washing fruits and vegetables;
(iii) food or drink which will not be subsequently heated; and
(iv) ice cubes;
(c) Not drink from any public drinking fountains supplied with water from the public water supply;
(d) Under most circumstances, no need to boil water used for other household purposes, such as laundry. Adults, adolescents and older children may shower, bathe or wash using tap water but should avoid swallowing the water. Dishes may be disinfected by washing in dishwashing machines that have a dry cycle or a final rinse that exceeds 450C for 20 minutes, 500C for 5 minutes, or 720C for 1 minute.
(e) Ensure that younger children and infants are sponge bathed;
(f) Use an alternative water source known to be safe, if they do not wish to boil the water; and
(g) Consult with your physician if you have cuts or rashes that are severe before using the water.
If you require any additional information, please contact the following:
Municipal Office (306) 276-2066
Water Security Agency – Nipawin Office (306) 921-7395
Saskatchewan Health Authority, Melfort (306) 752-6310
For Media inquiries, please contact comm@wsask.ca and request to speak to a media spokesperson.
Please be sure to identify your name, media outlet and contact information
Ries Mansuy, A.Sc.T.
Sr. Environmental Project Officer
Water Security Agency - Drinking Water and Wastewater Management Division
Nipawin, SK.
This Advisory applies to all users of the Hamlet of Garrick distribution system and is effective:
10:00 am April 12, 2021.
The safety of the Garrick drinking water supply cannot be ensured at all times. Therefore, as a precautionary measure consumers should:
(a) Boil all water, used for drinking purposes, for at least one (1) minutes, at a rolling boil, prior to usage;
(b) Boil water to be used for other activities where it may be ingested, including:
(i) brushing teeth or soaking false teeth;
(ii) washing fruits and vegetables;
(iii) food or drink which will not be subsequently heated; and
(iv) ice cubes;
(c) Not drink from any public drinking fountains supplied with water from the public water supply;
(d) Under most circumstances, no need to boil water used for other household purposes, such as laundry. Adults, adolescents and older children may shower, bathe or wash using tap water but should avoid swallowing the water. Dishes may be disinfected by washing in dishwashing machines that have a dry cycle or a final rinse that exceeds 450C for 20 minutes, 500C for 5 minutes, or 720C for 1 minute.
(e) Ensure that younger children and infants are sponge bathed;
(f) Use an alternative water source known to be safe, if they do not wish to boil the water; and
(g) Consult with your physician if you have cuts or rashes that are severe before using the water.
If you require any additional information, please contact the following:
Municipal Office (306) 276-2066
Water Security Agency – Nipawin Office (306) 921-7395
Saskatchewan Health Authority, Melfort (306) 752-6310
For Media inquiries, please contact comm@wsask.ca and request to speak to a media spokesperson.
Please be sure to identify your name, media outlet and contact information
Ries Mansuy, A.Sc.T.
Sr. Environmental Project Officer
Water Security Agency - Drinking Water and Wastewater Management Division
Nipawin, SK.
The Low Level Crossing on TWP 514 between RR 2152 and RR 2153 is closed until further notice
Effective immediately
the RM of Torch River is placing a 6 Ton load limit on the Bridge 3.5 miles North of Love.
If you have any questions call the RM office @ 306-276-2066.
the RM of Torch River is placing a 6 Ton load limit on the Bridge 3.5 miles North of Love.
If you have any questions call the RM office @ 306-276-2066.
COVID-19 NOTICE: May 14, 2020
The RM of Torch River Office is open to the public
Only ONE Person In the
Office At A Time
Thank You For Your Cooperation
Office: (306)276-2066
Email: rm488@sasktel.net
Fax: (306)276-2099
RM Shop: (306)276-2338
To keep current on the updates on COVID-19, you can visit the following websites:
For the most up-to-date information about COVID-19, please visit www.saskatchewan.ca/coronavirus
Health Canada http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca
Saskatchewan Health http://www.health.gov.sk.ca/
World Health Organization https://www.who.int/health-topics/coronavirus
The RM of Torch River Office is open to the public
Only ONE Person In the
Office At A Time
Thank You For Your Cooperation
Office: (306)276-2066
Email: rm488@sasktel.net
Fax: (306)276-2099
RM Shop: (306)276-2338
To keep current on the updates on COVID-19, you can visit the following websites:
For the most up-to-date information about COVID-19, please visit www.saskatchewan.ca/coronavirus
Health Canada http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca
Saskatchewan Health http://www.health.gov.sk.ca/
World Health Organization https://www.who.int/health-topics/coronavirus
CORONAVIRUS - COVID - 19
Preparedness Plan/Briefing - Infection Control Tips & Factsheets
coronavirus2019-public-qa-mar_11.pdf
coronavirus-factsheet-eng.pdf
covid-19_preparedness_briefing.pdf
covid-19-be-prepared-factsheet-eng.pdf
infection_control_tips.pdf
mass-gathering-guidance-march-11.pdf
self-isolation_sheet.pdf
self-monitoring_sheet.pdf
Preparedness Plan/Briefing - Infection Control Tips & Factsheets
coronavirus2019-public-qa-mar_11.pdf
coronavirus-factsheet-eng.pdf
covid-19_preparedness_briefing.pdf
covid-19-be-prepared-factsheet-eng.pdf
infection_control_tips.pdf
mass-gathering-guidance-march-11.pdf
self-isolation_sheet.pdf
self-monitoring_sheet.pdf
Rural Crime Watch
If any ratepayers are interested in starting a rural crime watch in their area, here is some information on what a rural crime watch is, how to create a crime watch, and what being a member entails.
| Rural crime watch- Info |
| Rural crime watch- Roles and Benefits |
| Starting a rural crime watch |
| pamphlet on starting a rural crime watch |