FireSmart work planned

FireSmart work will be happening in the Robert Service Way area throughout February and March.

The City’s contractor will be selectively removing and spacing more flammable coniferous trees. More fire-resistant deciduous trees will stay in place.

This project will help protect potential evacuation routes, infrastructure and residential areas.

There will be no burning on-site. Debris will be chipped and removed.

The public is asked avoid the area while work is underway.

Visit wildfires.service.yukon.ca/pages/firesmart-sites to view maps of this and other FireSmart projects and for details on salvaging firewood.

Learn more about the City’s FireSmart program at whitehorse.ca/firesmart.