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Wildfire risk reduction project wraps up on Hornby Island

A project meant to reduce wildfire risk on Hornby Island has crossed the finish line.

Hornby Island Fire Rescue and the Ministry of Forests recently completed a major Crown Land Wildfire Risk Reduction project, removing excess debris from the area and implementing FireSmart best practices in the community. 

Fire Chief Doug Chinnery said the project was very important for their department. 

“Applying FireSmart practices throughout densely built areas can reduce risk and keeps the community safe from the threat of wildfire,” Chinnery says.

The project was spurred from concerns last year about wildfire threats near critical infrastructure and community buildings. 

The B.C. Wildfire Service did a field visit to assess and staff and contractors completed the work over this past winter and spring to prepare the community for summer’s hot and dry weather. 

Nathan Maley
Nathan Maley
Born and raised in Nanaimo, Nathan is passionate about sharing local stories with the communities where he grew up. When he’s not working, he can often be found on the court playing ball hockey, spending time with friends and family, or relaxing with a good movie.

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