Area restriction order for Black Pine and Chase Mountain

PRINCE GEORGE — B.C. Wildfire Service implemented an area restriction order for the vicinity of the Black Pine and Chase Mountain wildfires.

The size of the area restriction reflects the continued need to protect the public in areas where there are ongoing fire suppression activities. This order takes effect today (July 10) at 6 p.m.

The order will remain in place until Sept. 30, 2021, or until it is rescinded. Under this order and Section 11(2) of the Wildfire Act, a person must not remain in or enter the restricted area without the prior written authorization of an official designated for the purposes of the Wildfire Act, unless the person enters the area only during:

• Travelling to or from his or her residence
• Using a highway as defined in the Highway Act
• Travelling through or entering the area as a person acting in an official capacity
• Travelling through or entering the area for an approved purpose of supporting wildfire suppression activities.