FIRE DANGER
Welcome to the Barriere Fire Department
The Barriere Fire Department is serviced by a group of dedicated volunteers trained in structural and wildland fire suppression. We service approximately 2500 residents within the fire department boundary, attending to 60-100 fire calls annually.
Along with fire suppression our volunteers preform residential and commercial fire inspections. We also work closely with British Columbia Ambulance Service, RCMP and Barriere Search and Rescue to prepare and execute emergency plans.
Our fire department works together with the residents of Barriere on community events that support the safety and welfare of the town.
Campfire Ban Lifted
Effective at noon on Friday, Sept. 22, 2017, campfires will once again be allowed throughout the Kamloops Fire Centre, Southeast Fire Centre and Cariboo Fire Centre. A return to more seasonal weather conditions and recent precipitation has reduced the wildfire risk in these areas. The BC Wildfire Service reminds the public that Category 2 and […]
Fire Ban Continues
As we enter the September long weekend the Barriere Fire Department would like to remind you a TOTAL Fire Ban is still in effect. With almost no precipitation over several months and hot and dry conditions forecast into the future we are still experiencing an EXTREME Fire Danger Rating. Anyone in violation of the ban […]
TOTAL FIRE BAN
Effective July 01 2017 A FULL FIRE BAN will be in effect until further notice within the Barriere and Area Fire District. As the area has now reached a High fire danger with pockets of Extreme the Fire Chief is enforcing a full fire ban until weather permits. Residents outside the fire district are […]
Our Members
Rob Lennea
I joined the fire department to serve the people in my community. I quickly became involved in the leadership of the department and have enjoyed leading a great team of men and women. I work hard to ensure the fire department and the community move forward in a positive direction to be a fire smart community!
Marc Tremblay
The reason I joined the Fire Department was because I enjoy helping other people and it was a good way to give back to the community as well. I enjoy the challenges it gives and the experiences I acquire every call and practice.