As part of the City of Rossland FireSmart Program, contractors will complete FireSmart fuel treatment projects on municipal land parcels within the community.
The objective of the fuel management project is to reduce hazardous forest fuels and to decrease wildfire risk to the adjacent residents and the community. The goal for the project is to reduce hazardous surface fuel accumulations close to homes and the community.
Expected activities include:
- Reduction of woody surface fuels from tree mortality and winter storm damage,
- Removal of dead standing trees,
- Retention of the healthy, large trees to maintain a cool and moist understorey,
- Retention and protection of all healthy, deciduous trees and shrubs (leaves have a high moisture content and are low flammability),
- Retention and protection of high value wildlife trees, and
- Debris disposal (chipping).
The work is scheduled to take approximately 14 work days starting September 14, 2026 and continuing, weather permitting. The majority of work will be completed during daylight hours (8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.), Monday through Friday. Some work on weekend days may occur, as well.
The following impacts to nearby residents and road and trail users should be expected while work is occurring:
- Closures of area and trail. Signage will be posted at entry / access points.
- Crew truck(s) and equipment trailers parked along roads and pull outs.
- Small, tracked machinery and crews on foot carrying chainsaws, jerry cans, and other forestry equipment.
- Sounds of machinery and equipment working (chippers, chainsaws, trucks, and other similar small and medium-sized equipment.
Any questions or comments please contact Tove Pashkowski – Blackwell Consulting Ltd – 604.313.5285
