How did you start your day?

If my message influences one person, then I suppose it is worth my time. Unfortunately, some of the people who need to hear it, don't read the blog.

We are here because we love this place, year 'round, but mostly in the winter. Fire can change our world so quickly, and we all need to work together to protect our mountain life.

My day started with viewing a training video, that is in the works for a group of rural ranchers and residents who want to know more about wildfire, and what to do if they stay behind. My take on the video is that it is well done, and I would hope that those who watch it would realize how many things can go wrong, and the smartest move would be to get out!

The recent hot weather is rapidly changing the fire danger rating. Yes a beach is nice this time of year, but time at the cabin reducing wildfire risk is time well spent.

Lots of information on the BC Wildfire Site - as the risk goes up, there are restrictions on time of day, and post work fire watch requirements for high risk activities. The last four days, the Grizzly Ext station has had a hazard rating of 3, or moderate. Even with the recent moisture events, we know there are "crunchy" areas around.

Download the BC Wildfire App - look around the BC Wildfire Website - fire is a reality, and something we need to keep in mind.

Get your free assessment from the RDKB Wildfire Mitigation Specialist. There is an emphasis on the vulnerability of the structure to embers. Lots of practical things we can do to protect our cabins.