B.C. will permanently ban campfires
Campfires, together with abnormal heat, can cause forest fires.
Beginning Wednesday, June 30, 2021, campfires will be banned throughout the province of British Columbia. The ban will remain in effect until October 15 of that year, or until the order is lifted.
Temperatures across B.C. are breaking all records. A dry spring and hot summer are creating a fire hazard in the province. The BC Wildfire Service is taking these extreme conditions seriously and extra precautions are being taken throughout the province, including constant patrols and the active involvement of law enforcement.
Camping by the fire is a long-standing favourite tradition of the province's residents. In light of the abnormal heatwave, the government recognizes that such pastimes can be dangerous, so it has decided to ban campfires.
In addition to campfires, the following activities are also prohibited:
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fireworks;
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launching sky lanterns;
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making fires in barrels;
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the use of explosive mixtures;
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igniting the flares;
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the use of chemtrails;
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the use of outdoor stoves.
Anyone who violates the prohibition may be issued a fine of $1,150 CAD, as well as an administrative fine of up to $10,000 CAD or, if found guilty in court, may be fined up to $100,000 CAD and/or imprisoned for one year. If the violation causes or contributes to a wildfire, the responsible person may be ordered to pay the full cost of fire suppression and related expenses.
To report a wildfire, campfire left unattended or a violation, call toll-free 1 800 663-5555 or dial 5555 on your cell phone.
