511 ROYAL AVENUE NEW WESTMINSTER, BC V3L 1H9
TEL: 604 521 3711
www.newwestminster.ca
FAX: 604 521 3895
For immediate release
July 28, 2009
Fire Hazard in New Westminster Parks
New Westminster – Due to the extreme hot and dry conditions in New Westminster, effective today, the following precautions are now in place for all City parks and trails:
- No smoking in parks or on trails
- No charcoal or wood burning barbecues
- No open fires
Park visitors should take precautions against accidental fires and be alert to signs of fire:
- Campfires are not permitted at any time in any City park
- Report any signs of smoke or fire by calling 9-1-1 immediately
- Watch for additional fire safety information on the New Westminster Parks, Culture & Recreation website
For further information, please contact New Westminster Parks, Culture & Recreation at 604-527-4567, or visit the City's website at www.newwestcity.ca
Contact: Dean Gibson
Director of Parks, Culture & Recreation
604-527-4628
dgibson@newwestcity.ca
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Ashleigh Young
Communications Coordinator
City of New Westminster
ph: 604.527.4559
fax: 604.527.4689