Area restriction near Point Creek wildfire

Jul 17, 2021 | 7:21 AM

PRINCE GEORGE — B.C. Wildfire Service implemented an area restriction order for the vicinity of the Point Creek Wildfire Friday (July 16) evening.

The size of the area restriction reflects the continued need to protect the public in areas where there are ongoing fire suppression activities.

The order will remain in place until Sept. 30, 2021, or until it is rescinded.

The order applies to Crown land within the geographic boundaries outlined below and shown on the map below.

The Point Creek wildfire is measured at 63.40 hectares and is considered out of control. B.C. Wildfire Service stated the suspected cause is lightning.

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(B.C. Wildfire Service).

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.

Failure to comply with Section 11 restricted area requirements may result in a violation ticket for $1,150.

by Aaron Schulze

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