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Wildfire Watch

Area restriction order near Grizzly Lake wildfire southwest of Prince George

Jul 25, 2021 | 3:19 PM

PRINCE GEORGE — B.C. Wildfire Service implemented an area restriction order for the vicinity of the Grizzly Lake wildfire.

It’s the closest fire of note to the City of Prince George.

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 The order took effect Saturday (July 24) at 6 p.m. and will remain in place until Sept. 30, 2021, or until it is rescinded.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 provided.

(B.C. Wildfire Service).

Under the order, a person must not remain in or enter the restricted area without 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 their 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 may result in a violation ticket for $1,150.