Campfire ban ends in most Central Okanagan fire areas

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The campfire ban that has been in place in the Central Okanagan since July 28 has now been lifted, effective immediately.

The Central District of Central Okanagan says recent showers and cooler, seasonal temperatures have lowered the potential fire danger rating.

Fires are again allowed with Regional District of Central Okanagan fire protection areas, Ellison, Joe Rich, North Westside, Wilson’s Landing, the City of West Kelowna and Westbank First Nation reserves #9 and #10, District of Lake Country and District of Peachland.

Anyone having a campfire must:

• ensure the fire is always attended
• have tools and water on hand to contain the fire
• make sure it is fully extinguished

All smoking materials should be carefully extinguished and motorists are reminded not to throw cigarettes or other smoking materials from their vehicle. Smoking is not allowed in any regional park or municipal park.

Smoking is also prohibited in children’s play areas, sports fields, undeveloped parks and wilderness trails in the District of Peachland.

Campfires are not permitted at any time within the City of Kelowna.