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By Silvia Senna

CAMPFIRE PROHIBITION

Campfire ban to stay in place

Jul 30, 2023 | 12:24 PM

PRINCE GEORGE – Update: Upon further review, the provincial government has decided not to lift the campfire ban.

The clarification was made at approximately 5:45 Sunday evening. It will remain in place until October 15 or until it is rescinded.

Earlier: B.C. Wildfire Service said on a news release that campfires will be permitted in all zones across Prince George Fire Centre Jurisdiction, starting tomorrow.

“Effective at 12:00 (noon) on Monday, July 31, 2023, a rescind of the Category 1 Open Burning (campfires) prohibition issued on June 8, 2023 will be implemented in the Prince George Fire Centre,” said the release.

The document stated that category 2 and 3 open burning prohibitions are still in place and will remain in effect until October 15 or until it is rescinded. In addition, activities such as fireworks and sky lanterns remain prohibited.

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More information can be found at B.C. Wildfire Service Bans and Restrictions webpage.