COFC Status Report for the week ending July 3, 2024

Overview

The Coastal Fire Centre is expecting sustained, higher temperatures in the upcoming week. Fuels can dry quickly under these conditions, meaning wildfires are more likely to ignite and can spread faster. While category 1 campfires are not prohibited at this time, it is important to exercise caution when engaging in any activity that could cause a wildfire.

 On Friday, May 17, at 12 noon PDT, the Coastal Fire Centre enacted Category 2 and Category 3 prohibitions for the entire fire centre's jurisdiction. This includes backyard and industrial burning, along with other specific equipment and activities such as fireworks, sky lanterns, binary exploding targets, burn barrels or burn cages of any size or description, and air curtain burners. The prohibition will remain in place until October 31, or until the order is rescinded. Read the full information bulletin for more details.

 While there are no immediate plans to implement a campfire prohibition, indices and weather conditions are being monitored. If and when the indices reach a set threshold, that will be the time when a campfire prohibition is implemented. We ask that residents consult the category 1 campfire poster for information on responsible campfire use.

 Please visit www.bcwildfire.ca for the most up to date information on open burning bans and current wildfires within the Coastal Fire Centre.