Metchosin Fire asks residents to assess property access for emergencies

Metchosin Fire asks residents to assess property access for emergencies

For fire crews, every second counts when responding to an emergency. To help fire apparatus safely reach homes, Metchosin Fire Department is asking residents to take a few minutes to assess their driveway and property access. The department says its vehicles are significantly larger and heavier than typical passenger vehicles, and require adequate space to respond to emergencies. “Overgrown vegetation, narrow access routes or weak bridges can de…