Reduce your fire risk this spring!

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Spring is a great time to reduce fire risk on your property!

The Lyle Community Council, in partnership with the Lyle Fire Department and with support from the Washington Department of Natural Resources, is offering a free mobile chipping opportunity to reduce fire risk and spread for those who live in the Lyle Fire District. 

This event will help people reduce wildfire hazards around buildings and driveways by removing small trees, limbs and brush which could otherwise fuel fires. Appointments are limited so register while supplies last.

This opportunity is provided free of charge, however donations are welcomed to allow for future Lyle Community Council events.

To participate, property owners in the Lyle Fire District must register by May 31, 2025 and have piles ready by June 1 for chipping on June 4.

Learn more about wildfire risk reduction via the Lyle Fire Department.

 Once registered, start preparing your piles from trees and/or brush nearby buildings and/or main driveway access:

· Place piles along roadway or driveway

· Trees no larger than 8 inches in diameter or 16 feet long

· No logs less than 48 inches in length

· No vines smaller than pinky finger

· Each pile no taller than 4 feet in height

· All cut ends facing the road and neatly stacked

· No dirt, rocks, rotting trees, or other inorganic materials 

· Chips will be left on-site

Looking for contractors to assist with tree limbing, brush clearing, and other fire risk reduction efforts? Local contractor list.

Have acreage and want to reduce the fire risk? Consider the benefits of participating in the Washington Department of Natural Resources cost-share program.

If physical and/or financial factors limit your participation, consider contacting the Lyle Community Council to explore options.