SPRING BURNING
Check Before you Burn!
Check the conditions: Don’t burn when it’s windy or when vegetation is very dry.
Burn this, not that: You can burn dry, natural vegetation, grown on the property, not trash and plastics!
Look up: Choose a safe burning site away from power-lines, overhanging limbs, buildings, vehicles, and equipment. You’ll need at least three times the height of the pile of vertical clearance.
Look around: The site should be surrounded by gravel or mineral soil (dirt) at least 10 feet in all directions.
Prepare your pile: Keep your piles small and manageable. Add additional debris as the fire burns down.
Check the provincial burn map and local bylaws!
About us
Chester Basin Volunteer Fire Department is not just about fire safety; we are dedicated to ensuring the overall safety and well being of our community in Chester Basin, Nova Scotia. With years of experience in the fire service, we have responded to hundreds of fires, accidents and medical calls. Our team of volunteers is dedicated to making sure you are safe.