For emergencies, call: 911
For non-emergencies, call: 250-478-8321
Current Fire Rating: HIGH
What does the fire rating mean for you? See the Fire Rating chart at the bottom of this page.
Open burning is not permitted in Colwood at any time. Colwood Outdoor Burning Restriction and Regulation Bylaw No. 931, 2007
Outdoor wood burning appliances are permitted EXCEPT when the fire rating is HIGH or EXTREME.
Colwood’s Fire Department has been protecting Colwood residents since 1946 – we are the Westshore’s longest serving fire department.
The City of Colwood is well served by 40 dedicated and experienced firefighters who care passionately about their community. All of our 8 career firefighters and 32 volunteer members are dedicated fire suppression and rescue professionals trained and certified under the British Columbia firefighters training program.
The Fire Department provides key public safety services:
- Emergency Fire Rescue Response
- Fire Prevention/Education
- Fire Safety Inspections
- Firefighter Training
- Fleet Maintenance
- Administration
| FIRE RATING | REGULATION | ACTION |
| LOW |
NO: Open burning of wood |
Practice fire safety |
| MODERATE |
NO: Open burning of wood fuel |
Practice fire safety |
| HIGH |
NO: Open burning of wood fuel |
Practice fire safety |
| EXTREME |
NO: Open burning of wood fuel |
Practice fire safety |
