By Ben Tompkins
BC Wildfire Update

Area Restriction implemented for Ridgeview Creek wildfire

Aug 12, 2021 | 1:15 PM

PRINCE GEORGE – – The BC Wildfire Service has implemented an Area Restriction Order for the vicinity of the Ridgeview Creek Wildfire.

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

This order takes effect at 12:00 pm on August 13, 2021. The order will remain in place until September 30, 2021, or until it is rescinded.

This order applies to Crown land within the geographic boundaries shown on the map provided

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 in the course of

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• 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, or • 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 Ben Tompkins

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