Thursday's Four Truck Pour

Thanks Mike for the heads up yesterday. I watched maybe half of the four truck pour for the new cabin next door to what was Brian and Kay's cabin. I knew 3 out of the four concrete truck drivers, the boom truck controller, and I introduced myself to the next generation manager of Osoyoos Readi Mix. I know his parents and Uncle from my school days, and knew his grandfather from my Packinghouse days.

In my bins of prints, I have a toddler photo of the owner of Kreative Krete, but I did not talk to him as he was manning the pour hose.

 

Managing Forests

If you haven't already done so, take the time to view the 47 minute documentary on managing forests. Reducing wildfire intensity, improving carbon capture, reducing wildfire costs.

Support from out of Province, and out of Country

This list compiled by Castanet:

• 28 firefighters from Yukon
• 111 firefighters/personnel from Alberta
• One personnel from Prince Edward Island
• One personnel from Canadian Forest Service
• 62 firefighters from Quebec
• 316 firefighters (and one Incident Management Team) from Mexico
• 42 personnel (two Incident Management Teams) from Australia and New Zealand

The out-of-province arrivals are part of B.C.'s longstanding international aid partnership with jurisdictions across the world.

*Note, the additional help does add to the fight, but also relieves existing firefighters who need a rest break.

https://www.castanet.net/news/BC/627144/Fire-crews-from-around-the-world-are-helping-fight-B-C-wildfires

 

Stunning Image from Rod

 

Roof Top Sprinklers

I have had a roof top sprinkler for many years. I considered switching to another sprinkler set up that does not involve getting up on the roof in the spring and fall.I discovered during the 2015 Rock Fire, that I could open a window and exchange the air in the cabin if the roof sprinkler was running.

I chose the roof top after watching a video presentation of a blackened forest with a cabin still standing with a green circle around it.

Once we are evacuated, we have no control over the structure protection unit's decisions, but if the sprinkler is there, they may use it.

As noted in the article below, a sprinkler does not negate the need for FireSmart work.

Structure protection folks in 2021 were quoted as saying we can't save this place - too many trees, and the houses are too close together.

BC Wildfire Service

 

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Will a rooftop sprinkler protect my home from wildfire?

It's a question we hear every wildfire season.

The answer is: it's not that simple.

Structure protection sprinklers can be used as a last line of defence, but they aren't a substitute for FireSmart practices that reduce your home's vulnerability to wildfire.

Before installing a sprinkler system, there are important things to consider:

Is it appropriate for your property?

Where will the water come from?

Could it affect water available for emergency response?

Is it installed and used correctly?

Improperly installed or operated systems can cause water damage to your property and may not perform as expected during a wildfire.

If you're thinking about installing a rooftop sprinkler system, talk to your local fire department or FireSmart Coordinator before making a decision.

The best investment you can make is reducing your home's wildfire risk with proven FireSmart practices.

Learn more: https://firesmartbc.ca/

Structure Protection

 

Rodent(s) !!!

I have been ignoring this for a bit, but some critter is having a great time burrowing under the bank where all my bulbs are, and even tunnelling beside a culvert. There were some droppings outside the basement that were larger and darker than squirrels or mice.

I do have a live trap and a camera I can set up. I do not want to use poison with family pets and young kids living in the village.

My first thought was to shove a hose down an entry point and flush it out with water, but all entry points are covered.

If you know what kind of rodent is doing this and have any suggestions, I would be happy to hear them. 

Spacing Progress Down the Road - watch for logging trucks

 

Warning from BC Wildfire

https://www.castanet.net/news/BC/626977/-Explosive-fire-conditions-in-Southern-B-C-officials-warn 

Report on the app with photos