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FireSmart wrapping up July with multiple events

The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) is ending the month of July with a series of FireSmart events throughout the region.

Elko residents are invited to an educational session on July 24, starting at 7:30 p.m. at 8868 North Hirtz Street.

During this event, FireSmart representatives will be sharing best practices for addressing home ignition zones.

A similar event is also scheduled in Baynes Lake on July 25 at 5 p.m. at 439 Baynes Lake Road North.

Then from July 25 to August 8, Rosen Lake community members are invited to a debris bin event to remove dead and down branches.

The month ends with a BBQ and info session for Tie Lake residents on July 26 at 4 p.m.


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