KELOWNA – The City of Kelowna has shut down a popular park to all vehicle traffic due to the extremely high fire hazard.
Effective Wednesday, Knox Mountain is closed to vehicles and only open to visitors on foot and on bikes.
“The entire park will remain open to the public on foot or on bike, but we are limiting access by vehicle as a preventative safety measure,” says Blair Stewart, the City of Kelowna’s Urban Forestry Supervisor. “While our wildfire fuel mitigation program has been successful, we need residents to consider preventative measures as well, especially those living near natural areas.”
The upper gate at the park has been closed since June 22. On Wednesday, the city closed the lower gate.
The Knox Mountain Drive road closure will remain in effect until further notice.
Residents are also being reminded that campfires and barbecues are not allowed in City or Regional District parks, with the exception of barbecues on beaches. Smoking is also prohibited in all natural areas.
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