💦 Lessons Learned from 2021 🔥
Yesterday was all about being proactive at the Florentine property. We were out setting up and testing sprinklers, making sure everything is ready to go if needed.
After what we experienced in 2021, we know better than to wait and hope the fire stops before it reaches us. If the fire making its way toward Merritt keeps coming, we want to be ready.
The goal is to create a hostile environment for embers to land and take hold, giving the property an extra layer of protection when it matters most.
A big thank you to Andrew and Simon for putting in the time and effort to get everything set up and tested. 💦
2021 taught us a lot. We’re putting those lessons to work today.
Stay safe, stay alert, and stay prepared. 🔥💦
📸 Simon R
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9 hours ago
🔥 ANOTHER EMERGENCY MOVE FOR THE PB400 🔥
For the second time, the Merritt Snowmobile Club’s PB400 has had to make an emergency move as the wildfire situation continues to evolve.
This time, Emcon Services Heavy Haul Division was called on to help get the fully dressed snowcat safely into Merritt, approximately 30 km from the front edge of the fire.
Working closely with our local MOTT representative, Tom Agar, the Heavy Haul team secured a special hauling authorization that allowed the PB400 to travel fully dressed on the road, helping make the relocation possible when time was critical.
A special thanks to Simon, Brody and Hannah for their work and coordination in getting the PB400 safely moved into Merritt.
We’re proud to be able to put our equipment, people and experience to work when our community needs it most.
Stay safe out there. 🔥
📸 Simon
📸 Haley B
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23 hours ago