Campfire prohibition to be rescinded in Prince George and Northwest Fire Centres on August 1


Effective at 12 p.m. (noon) PDT on Thursday, August 1, 2024, the Category 1 (campfires) Open Burning prohibition will be rescinded in the Prince George and Northwest Fire Centres, which includes the Peace River Regional District. Fire danger is constantly being measured and campfire prohibitions may return in either region if conditions change. The current prohibition for any Category 2 and Category 3 open fires remains in effect.

Although fire danger ratings have dropped due to recent rainfall and cooler temperatures, the public is reminded to still exercise caution. Avoid having a campfire when it’s windy, choose a proper fire pit or make a ring of rocks at least three metres from trees, shrubs, structures and debris and do not leave a campfire unattended for any amount of time.

While campfires will be allowed, Category 2 and Category 3 open fires remain prohibited, including the use of fireworks, sky lanterns, burn barrels and burn cages. These restrictions will remain in place until 12:00 noon PDT on Tuesday October 15, 2024 or until the Order is rescinded

Reminders about campfires:

  • A campfire is defined as any fire smaller than 0.5 metres high by 0.5 metres wide;
  • Never light a campfire or keep it burning in windy conditions;
  • Maintain a fireguard around your campfire; a fuel-free area where all flammable materials have been removed;
  • Never leave a fire unattended;
  • Make sure that any fire is completely extinguished, and the ashes are cold to the touch before leaving the area for any length of time.

Category 2 and Category 3 open burning remains prohibited, as well as the use of the following:

    • Fireworks
    • Sky Lanterns
    • Burn Barrels or Burn Cages of any size or description
    • Binary exploding targets

Prohibitions apply to all public and private lands unless otherwise specified (e.g. in an enactment or local government bylaw). Please check with your local authorities before lighting any fire.

Maps outlining the prohibition areas for the Northwest Fire Centre and Prince George Fire Centre are available online and below.


View the full rescindment from the BC Wildfire Service
View current bans and restrictions here

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