Published 4 days ago • loading... • Updated 3 days ago

Open fire ban coming May 16 for Kamloops Fire Centre region

Effective midday on Friday, May 16, 2025, the Kamloops Fire Centre will prohibit Category 3 open fires within its jurisdiction.
The ban, implemented due to wildfire concerns, applies to burns involving three or more stacks of material with a maximum height of two metres, as well as to windrow burns.
The restriction excludes Category 1 and 2 fires, meaning campfires and smaller burns remain permitted, while municipalities may add local rules.
Violators face a $1,150 ticket, up to $10,000 administrative penalty, one year jail, or fines reaching $100,000 if convicted, and may pay wildfire suppression costs.
People can report wildfires, unattended campfires, or violations by calling 1 800 663 5555 and obtain updates on wildfires and restrictions via 1 888 3-FOREST or online.

Insights by Ground AI

Does this summary seem wrong?

12 Articles

All

Left

Center

Right

Ashcroft-Cache Creek Journal

+10 Reposted by 10 other sources

Lean Left

Open fire ban coming May 16 for Kamloops Fire Centre region

Campfires will remain allowed under the current conditions

4 days ago·Ashcroft, Canada

Read Full Article

Peace River Regional District

Open fire prohibition for Prince George Fire Centre starting May 16, 2025 - Peace River Regional District

Please be advised that the Peace River Regional District (PRRD) is sharing this important fire prohibition information on behalf of the BC Wildfire Service. These prohibitions are enacted and enforced by the BC Wildfire Service, not the PRRD. The PRRD urges all residents and visitors to adhere to this important fire prohibition implemented by the BC Wildfire Service to help protect our communities and natural resources. Prohibition on Category 2…

3 days ago

Read Full Article

Think freely.Subscribe and get full access to Ground NewsSubscriptions start at $9.99/year