Campfire ban to be rescinded in northern B.C. Aug 1

By Marisca Bakker
Pentiction Western News
July 30, 2024
Category: Forestry
Region: Canada, Canada West

The Category 1 (campfires) open burning prohibition will be rescinded in the Prince George and Northwest Fire Centres as of noon on Aug. 1. According to the BC Wildfire Service, fire danger is constantly being measured and campfire prohibitions may return in either region if conditions change. The current prohibition for any Category 2 and Category 3 open fires remains in effect. Although fire danger ratings have dropped due to recent rainfall and cooler temperatures, the BC Wildfire Service is reminding the public to still exercise caution.

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