News Items tag as: campfire ban

Man fined for campfire in South Okanagan that got away from him
August 07, 2024 - 5:15 PM

A man camping in Oliver on BC Day lit a campfire and it got away from him sparking a grass fire.
COVID-19 related campfire ban issued for Central Okanagan
April 03, 2020 - 9:34 AM

Campfires are now prohibited throughout the Central Okanagan and will remain so until further notice to support COVID-19 health efforts by reducing potential air pollution.

The ban follows last week’s decision from B.C. Environment and health officials to suspend open burning until at least April 15 in High Sensitivity Areas including the Central Okanagan.
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Man fined for campfire in South Okanagan that got away from him