Open burning allowed again in Prince George, surrounding areas
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PRINCE GEORGE — BC Wildfire Service said in a press release that open burning will once again be allowed in Prince George starting tomorrow, as the category 2 and 3 open burning prohibitions will be rescinded on October 5 at 12:00 p.m. These prohibitions will also be lifted in the VanJam, Mackenzie, and Robson fire zones, meaning open burning is now permitted in all of these areas.
However, other nearby areas like Dawson Creek, Fort St. John, and Fort Nelson fire zones will remain under the category 2 and 3 open burning prohibitions. The following activities remain prohibited in these areas, unless otherwise specified by the local government in an enactment or bylaw:
- Category 2 open burning as defined in the wildfire regulation
- Category 3 open burning as defined in the wildfire regulation
- Fireworks
- Sky Lanterns
- Burn Barrels or Burn Cages of any size or description
- Binary exploding targets
A map of the fire zones and restrictions, courtesy BC Wildfire Service
“People who open burn should use caution and be aware of local conditions that might impact their ability to burn safely and control their open fires. Anyone who lights a category 2 or 3 open fire must also comply with B.C.’s air quality control legislation,” the press release says.
