Bonfires are prohibited
Photo: BC Conservation Service
Bonfires are now banned in the Central Okanagan.
The Regional District of Central Okanagan announced Friday afternoon, effective immediately, bonfires in all municipalities and fire service areas in the electoral area are prohibited.
The ban on campfires is due to extreme temperatures and a high to extreme fire risk.
The ban, which includes all municipalities from Peachland to Lake Country and rural fire service areas, is in effect until further notice.
People caught breaking the ban are subject to fines and could be charged the cost of the fire department’s response.
Residents and visitors are also reminded that all smoking materials must be completely extinguished and drivers are reminded to use ashtrays and avoid throwing smoking materials out the window.
Smoking is also prohibited in local parks, children’s play areas, sports fields, undeveloped parks and nature trails.
The use of fireworks is also prohibited.
Safe use of campfires is still permitted within provincial parks and lands outside a municipality or local fire protection area.