By CKPG News
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Burn bans for parts of Prince George Fire Centre rescinded

May 27, 2026 | 9:24 AM

PRINCE GEORGE — Effective at noon today (May 27), Category 2 and Category 3 open burning and other associated activities will be permitted in the Prince George Forest Service District.

This will affect people living in the Prince George and Robson Valley fire zones. This after Category 2 and Category 3 fires were banned just three weeks ago.

A Category 2 and Category 3 open fire prohibition remains in effect in the Stuart Nechako Forest District.

This prohibition will remain in effect until 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Thursday, October 15, 2026, or until the order is rescinded.


(Image Credit: Map courtesy BC Wildfire Service)
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This prohibition does not ban Category 1 (campfires) that are half-metre high by half-metre wide or smaller, or the use of cooking stoves that use gas, propane or briquettes.

 Before lighting a fire of any size, check the BC Wildfire Service open fire prohibitions and contact your local government for any bylaw restrictions in your area.

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