Open Fire Prohibition in Effect – Thursday, May 7, 2026

Posted: May 5, 2026   |   By: Communications

To help reduce the risk of human-caused wildfires, the Coastal Fire Centre has implemented an Open Fire Prohibition effective as of 12 PM on Thursday, May 7, 2026.

What is Prohibited 

The following are not allowed:

  • All open fires, including:
    • Campfires (Category 1)
    • Larger fires (Category 2 and 3)
  • Burn barrels and burn cages
  • Fireworks, sky lanterns, and exploding targets
  • Wood-fired devices, including:
    • Wood-fired hot tubs
    • Wood-fired pizza ovens
    • Any other wood-fired devices (unless vented through a building)
  • Controlled air incinerators, air curtain burners, and carbonizers

What is Still Allowed

  • Propane or gas fire pits (CSA or ULC-rated)
  • Charcoal, propane, or gas cooking stoves
  • Other enclosed outdoor stoves with a flame height under 15 cm

To report a wildfire, call 1-800-663-5555 toll-free or *5555 on a cell phone.

For full details and updates, visit the BC Wildfire Service website. 

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