FIRE BAN IN EFFECT In response to the continued elevated risk of wildfires, DEM has issued a fire ban at all State Parks, campgrounds, and management areas until further notice. The ban is effective as of today (10/28/24) and includes campfires in designated campfire areas, including charcoal fires and cooking fires. This preventative measure applies to all DEM-managed lands and aims to reduce the threat of human-caused wildfires. DEM will continue to monitor and evaluate conditions to determine when the ban can be lifted. Together we can protect our communities and keep first responders safe by reducing the risk of wildfires: 📞 Call 911 if you spot a fire/smoke. Timely information is critical to contain fires before they spread. 🔥 Remember, any outdoor fire is a potential source for a wildfire. Be careful with cigarettes and ashes. When disposing of wood stove ashes, put the ashes in a metal bucket of water. 🚒 Check with your local fire department for any other restrictions and permitting information. 🚨 Stay informed and find resources at dem.ri.gov/wildfirestatus.
SepticSmart Business Tools Over 35% of homes and businesses in Rhode Island are served by on-site wastewater treatment (septic) systems. DEM now offers an Outreach Toolkit developed by the EPA to help septic professionals assist homeowners to understand the importance of properly maintaining their septic systems. Materials can be customized with your business logo and include Spanish versions. "Spring" Postcard Spring is a great time to service your septic system. Use this customizable postcard as a reminder to your community on the importance of regular preventative system maintenance. English Version Spanish Version Recommended Print Specs "Summer" Postcard SepticSmart post cards in both English and Spanish that emphasize properly maintaining septic systems. English Version Spanish Version Recommended Print Specs Holiday SepticSmart Reminder Postcard Remind your customers, homeowners or community to properly manage their septic systems during the holidays! Here is a postcard to customize and use as a mailer. Download Mail Inserts A collection of SepticSmart mail inserts in both English and Spanish, and print-ready versions. English Version Spanish Version Recommended Print Specs Flyers A collection of SepticSmart flyers discussing advanced treatment units and landscaping. Dos And Don'ts For An Advanced Treatment Unit Proper Landscaping On And Around Your Septic System English Version Spanish Version English Version Spanish Version Homeowner Toolkit A collection of comprehensive guides to septic systems for homeowners. Homeowner Guide English Version Spanish Version Recommended Print Specs Do's & Don'ts Flyer English Version Spanish Version Homeowner's Brochure A simple guide to help homeowners new to septic systems learn about the proper care and maintenance for their system. Download Owners of Rental Property Do you own a vacation rental property with a septic system? Are you concerned about the well-being of your septic system while your home is being rented? Use these outreach materials to help educate your rental guests that your home is on a septic system, and tips on what to put (or not put) down the sink and/or drain. Bathroom Placard Kitchen Postcard Rental Property Flyer Public Restroom & Kitchen Posters Do you know of any parks, campgrounds, highway rest stops, or similar facilities, that use a septic system for their public restrooms? What about a restaurant on a site that is served by a septic system? Use these informative posters to print and hang up outside of these facilities to illustrate the importance of safe waste disposal practices for those individuals or employees who might visit, or work at, a park, campground, rest stop, or restaurant that is served by a septic system. Campgrounds / Rest Stops Restaurants / Kitchens