COFC Status Report for the week ending September 18th, 2024

Overview

Due to fall-like conditions, widespread rain and a decreased fire danger rating in the Coastal Fire Centre, Category 2 (backyard) and Category 3 (industrial) open fire prohibitions has been lifted as of 12 p.m., noon, Pacific Daylight Time on Wednesday, September 18th, 2024, within the Coastal Fire Centre’s jurisdiction.

Other activities which were previously banned, but will now be permitted include:

• Fireworks, including firecrackers

• Sky Lanterns

• Binary Exploding Targets

• Burn Barrels or Burn Cages of any size or description

• Air Curtain Burners

 Category 1 campfires have been permitted across the Coastal Fire Centre since August 28, 2024. This includes the permitted use of tiki and other torches, as well as chimineas. . For more information or updates on the bans and restrictions for the Coastal Fire Centre, visit Coastal Fire Centre bans and restrictions.

 The fire danger rating is mainly low across most of the fire centre. While we have seen some rain, higher humidity and lower temperatures, we continue to urge caution when engaging in any activity that could potentially cause a wildfire. Human-caused wildfires are preventable.