Firefighters from the Britannia Fire Department (BFD) have played a big role in helping protect northern Saskatchewan communities from wildfires.
The team arrived on July 11 and continues working with other fire crews and groups.
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On July 16, they helped protect Jans Bay by setting up sprinklers, laying fire guards and spraying fire gel.
Crews worked with Wildcat Fire Services Inc., Carlyle Fire and Rescue, and others, while Gel Systems Canada Inc. delivered firefighting gel to protect the town.
On July 17, fire crews arrived from Quebec, Swift Current, Dalmeny and St. Walburg. Crews utilized old airport trucks and farm tractors to spray down ditches.
That night, BFD helped fight spot fires near Little Amyot Lake and closed Highway 155 as the fire moved west.
On July 18, BFD helped monitor fire guards and set up a command post in Jans Bay. SaskPower crews disconnected power for safety and firefighters
buried sprinklers, which ran continuously throughout the day.
Tanker 1 sprayed more blue gel to help protect Canoe Narrows.
Fire Gel application appreciation
“Thanks to the Britannia Fire Department for assisting in laying in some fire guards,” said Gel Systems Canada. “These guys have a great team and have been assisting the residents of Saskatchewan in battling these
wildfires.”
On July 19, SaskPower restored electricity, and crews quickly cleaned up. BFD and others patrolled roads, rehydrated gel lines and kept attack lines ready in Jans Bay.
As of the latest update on July 21, crews reported the Jans Bay fire as held in check. However, fire watch continued in shifts.
Crews have yet to provide a timeline for their return to the region.
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