Nelson Fire Rescue greatly appreciates the efforts of residents helping to clear the snow from fire hydrants throughout Nelson during this sustained heavy snowfall. Thank you! You are making a difference!!

We ask community members to continue to assist with clearing the hydrants as the snow continues to fall. We cannot stress enough the importance of having a hydrant cleared in your neighbourhood.

Please know that our Public Works crews and Fire crews are working to dig out fire hydrants as well; however, with over 300+ fore hydrants in the City and continuing snow accumulation, it is impossible to reach them all.

If you are unsure of where your hydrant is located, we recommend checking the google map for your block or you can check out this map: https://www.nelson.ca/.../5469/Fire-Hydrant-Location-Map-

Again, thank you to all of those who have cleared out the snow around their local fire hydrant – you are helping to make our community safer.