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Stage 1 water restrictions will come into effect on May 1 for the Black Creek-Oyster Bay, Comox Valley, Royston and Union Bay Water Systems. Under stage 1, lawn and garden sprinkling is permitted between the hours of 5 am – 8 am and 7 pm – 10 pm, on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday for even numbered addresses and Wednesday, Friday and Sunday for odd numbered addresses.

For more info: https://www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/connect/news/stage-1-water-restrictions-effect-may-1-0 

FANNY BAY WATERWORKS
WATER CONSERVATION POLICY

TO THE RESIDENTS AND USERS OF FANNY BAY WATERWORKS

Our aquifer is a limited resource that we ALL must share.  The forecast is for an even hotter summer and there are already forest fires burning in BC, although not on the Island. This, of course means that our water supply will dwindle as the summer progresses, and it is critical that everyone conserve May 1 through September 30. The Waterworks’ mandate is simply to supply potable drinking water for use inside our homes.  The bottom line is that during the summer months we all need to conserve water and most residents are to be commended for their efforts last year as our wells were never under stress.

The conservation policy is simple.  We recommend that outside watering only be done every second day. Even house numbers may water on even numbered days and odd numbers on odd numbered days, for a maximum of two (2) hours per day.

When watering gardens please use a water restriction nozzle, a timed drip watering system, or soaker hose watering method.  Please avoid using sprinklers and water spraying, as these tend to waste a lot of water. Please avoid using water for watering lawns, washing vehicles, filling pools, and other non-essential uses.

The fire danger sign on the highway is a good indicator for increased effort in conserving water. Another indicator is Cougar Creek which charges our aquifer.  When it is low our aquifer is low.

EVERYONE’S HELP IS REQUIRED.  PLEASE CONSERVE WATER. 

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in conserving our water!  Should we encounter extreme weather or other difficulties we will let you know.

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Trustees: Wayne Rideout, David Fast, Tony Schultes
Fanny Bay Waterworks District

Valley Wide
Category 2 and 3 Fire Ban
April 30, 2024 @ Noon

Hello Everyone

Given our unseasonably dry fall / winter and current warm dry weather there is an increased risk of wildfire. Union Bay / Fanny Bay Fire Rescue will be joining other CVRD Departments as well as Courtenay, Comox and Cumberland Fire Departments in implementing a Category 2 (Including Yard Waste) and 3 Fire Ban Starting April 30, 2024 at noon.
Category 1 Fires (Campfires) are not included in the ban at this time.

All issued permits will be void April 30 @ noon.

Some Helpful links:
https://wildfireready.gov.bc.ca/
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/wildfire-status
https://wildfiresituation.nrs.gov.bc.ca/map

Thank You,
UB/FB Fire Rescue

Wildfire Community Preparedness Day – May 4, 2024

Neighbourhood Grant Funding is available through
FireSmart Canada

Click here for more information on the grant and for tips on how to firesmart your home. (CVRD website).

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Get event ideas and materials to promote your event:
Click here for Wildfire Community Preparedness Day resources such as the Prep Day Toolkit.

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Take action on your property to reduce wildfire risks:
Click here for the FireSmart Home Partners Property Assessment Application Form

MISSION STATEMENT:

The Union Bay Fire Rescue is committed to providing professional, efficient and effective services to all residents and visitors of Union Bay. Our mission will be accomplished through training, education and fire prevention. When called upon; we will….

• Provide a rapid and professional response to a emergency
• Attempt to minimize loss of life and property from fire, or disaster
• Show compassion for those involved
• Be committed to protection of the environment