Public warned to adhere to fire bans in B.C. as hot, dry conditions fuel crisis
KAMLOOPS, B.C. — Officials are aghast that some people are still ignoring campfire restrictions in British Columbia as wildfires fuelled by hot, dry and gusty conditions continue to plague the province.
RCMP Staff Sgt. Annie Linteau said Friday that three men who appeared “totally oblivious to the wildfire danger” were slapped with a $1,150 fine Thursday evening after being caught drinking around a campfire by Kalamalka Lake near Vernon.
“Winds were gusty and small embers were gently flying from the campfire,” she said, adding the local fire department was brought in to ensure the fire was out and wouldn’t spread.
With no sight of rain in the forecast to bring reprieve, officials are reminding the public to stay up-to-date and adhere to park and campfire bans.