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On Sep 13 and 14, the View Royal FireSmart Program hosted a Free Mobile Chipping Event with a record 76 participants and a record 42 cubic yards of debris chipped and removed helping to mitigate the wildfire risk in our community.
Today, we remember the lives lost and the courage of those first responders who risked everything in service of others.
Your strength, bravery, and sacrifice will never be forgotten.
We Remember. 9/11
Back to School with FireSmart
View Royal teachers, email us at [email protected] to book your class for a free FireSmart education session this fall.
Learn more at: firesmartbc.ca/educationprog….
The fire danger rating in View Royal is EXTREME and there are over 150 active wildfires burning across the province.
Take time now to prepare for a wildfire and ensure your home is FireSmart. Request your FREE FireSmart Home Assessment at viewroyal.ca/firesmartassess….
Film Screening: “The Test” Wildfire Documentary
Join us for a screening of the film “The Test” on Thursday August 20th from 6:30pm - 8:30pm at the View Royal Fire Department.
Popcorn, snacks and refreshments will be provided.
View Royal Fire Rescue retweeted
With active evacuation orders and alerts across the province, now is the time to make sure your family and property are ready for a wildfire emergency. See the Emergency Wildfire Preparedness Checklist:
firesmartbc.ca/resource/emer…
ALT Emergency Wildfire Preparedness Checklist attached to a refrigerator door with magnets, featuring sections on evacuation tips, defending home surroundings, and home checks, in collaboration with FireSmart and PreparedBC.
Join us on Sat, Jul 18 from 11am – 3pm at Chilco Park in View Royal for a free family friendly BBQ event hosted by the View Royal FireSmart Program.
There will be information booths , outdoor games, face painting and a visit from our View Royal firefighters in a fire truck.
On Sunday June 28, the View Royal FireSmart Program hosted a Free Mobile Chipping Event with a record 69 registrants participating and 28 cubic yards of debris disposed.
Learn more about FireSmart and how you can reduce your home’s risk to wildfire viewroyal.ca/firesmart
The Fire Danger Rating has been moved to Extreme.
Reminder that there is no outdoor burning of any kind permitted in View Royal.
Last week, the View Royal FireSmart Program partnered with View Royal Elementary Library to host an Ember Colouring Contest for the students.
In total, 137 artistic students from Kindergarten to Grade 5 participated in the colouring contest.
Warm temperatures are in the forecast this week.
Learn how to stay safe during hot weather. For tips on how to prepare for hot weather, check out the Extreme Heat Preparedness Guide from Prepared BC: PreparedBC.ca/ExtremeHeat
Thanks everyone for attending the View Royal Fire Department Open House!
Thank you to Quality Foods for their generous donation to our BBQ and to our community partners for their support.
We are so proud to serve our amazing Town of View Royal and the West Shore community.
View Royal Fire Rescue retweeted
If a #BCwildfire threatens your home or community, you may need to leave quickly. Take time now to build grab-&-go bags for everyone you live with, including pets ✔️
Once you’ve got the basics, customize everyone’s bag to meet their needs ✔️
Learn more: PreparedBC.ca/grab-and-go
ALT A backpack on a table with emergency supplies.
View Royal Fire Rescue retweeted
This is a reminder that earthquakes and tsunamis can happen at anytime. If you’re at or near the coast and feel the ground shake:
Drop, Cover & Hold On ✔️
Once the shaking stops, count to 60 before getting up then IMMEDIATELY move to high ground.
PreparedBC.ca/Tsunamis
A magnitude 8.2 earthquake has occurred in Mindanao, Philippine Islands. There is NO tsunami threat to #BC. More info:
tsunami.gov #BCEarthquake
The Fire Danger Rating for View Royal is currently at HIGH.
Take action today to learn how to prepare for a wildfire emergency. Join us for a FREE workshop on Wed Jun 24.
Email [email protected] or call 250.479.7322 to register.
View Royal Fire Rescue is pleased to announce several exciting promotions and appointments within our department.
Please join us in congratulating Assistant Chief Pitre, Captain Drolet, and Firefighter Hayes on their well-deserved achievements.
Congratulations to Assistant Chief Heath Bevan on his well deserved retirement.
On behalf of all current and former members, thank you for your service, mentorship, and friendship.
We wish you and your family all the best in retirement.
Today, we recognize and celebrate the retirement of Kathy Leatham after an incredible 34 years of service to the Town of View Royal, including the last 19 years with View Royal Fire Rescue.
Congratulations, Kathy, and enjoy your well-deserved retirement.
Join us on Saturday June 6th for the Annual View Royal Fire Department Open House!
Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026
Time: 10:00am to 2:00pm
Location: 333 Island Highway
*No on-site parking available*
Please use alternative modes of transportation such as transit, biking or walking.
