Dear Residents of Sunset Cove,
With the Province declaring a state of emergency as a result of the uncontrolled fires in the Candle Lake area, Council consulted the regional Fire Chief on the status of fire bans in the Last Mountain Lake area. At this time, he is not recommending fire bans, under the conditions listed below, but is recommending a Fireworks ban.
Council advises residents that effective immediately, NO fireworks or any kind are to be set off. This ban will remain in effect until advised by the Fire Chief that it can be removed.
In addition, Council reminds residents that any open fires must comply with the requirements of the Fire Bylaw (Bylaw No 100/2021), found on the Resort Village’s website. A summary is as follows:
• All fires are to be contained within a fire pit structure (Section 4.6 of the Bylaw); no open bonfires/campfires are permitted (Section 4.2 of the Bylaw);
• Fire flames are not to exceed 24” in height and fire pits are not to exceed 36” in diameter;
• All fires are not to be left unattended;
• Residents are to have a water source in proximity to the fire to be used in the case of an emergency;
• All fires are to be thoroughly extinguished; and
• NO fires are permitted when wind speeds exceed 50km/hr, and should be avoided in all onshore wind conditions.
Residents found to be in contravention of the fireworks ban or any parts of the Fire Bylaw will be fined (Sections 4.5 and 5 of the Bylaw).
Residents are asked to use their ATVs, motor bikes, etc. responsibly and to avoid riding in grassed areas. Reports are that the widespread fires in the Candle Lake area were started by hot exhaust systems on an ATV in a grassy area.
Note that, while vegetation is looking green and lush with spring growth, rain gauges in the Resort Village have measured less than 1 inch of precipitation in the month of May. Just because Regina or other areas have had lots of rain does not necessarily mean that the Resort Village has had the same amount.
Council appreciates your cooperation in keeping our community safe.
Regards,
Council – Resort Village of Sunset Cove