While campfires are still permitted, North Okanagan residents are reminded that open burning is no longer allowed.
BC Wildfire Service has banned category two burning as of noon Friday, June 13 throughout the Kamloops Fire Centre.
Open burning has been restricted since April 30 for Electoral Area B and C residents in the Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO).
Residents across the North Okanagan, particularly those in remote or hard-to-reach areas, are encouraged to learn about FireSmart principles and take proactive steps to safeguard their properties.
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The RDNO recently launched two new FireSmart Pilot Projects for Electoral Area residents to help manage FireSmart debris.
Yard and garden waste is accepted at most RDNO Diversion and Disposal Facilities for residents with no other debris management options. Residents can also register for the FireSmart Chipping Program at for one pickup for the year.
Through the RDNO FireSmart Home Assessment Program, a FireSmart Technician is available to meet with residents and groups in the area to provide advice on what can be achieved and methods to reduce the risk.
Information on this program can be found at .
Residents and visitors are also encouraged to download and subscribe to the RDNO emergency notification system, Alertable, to receive timely updates and announcements regarding urgent and emergency matters. Learn more at .
