A ban on open burning will be lifted in Prince George, beginning at noon on June 18.
Prince George Fire Centre announced the ban will be lifted throughout the area, as a result of lowered wildfire risks, thanks to cooler temperatures and rainfall.
Earlier in May a restriction on all open fires, except campfires, was issued across Prince George and other parts of B.C.
The lifting of the ban comes amidst a province-wide dry spell which has contributed to many wildfires already this year.
Fire Centre officials are still asking people to be cautious with outdoor fires. Residents are urged to take safety precautions such as ensuring enough people, water and tools are on hand to control the fire and prevent it from escaping, avoid windy conditions, creating a fireguard one metre around the planned fire site, to make to never leave a burning fire unattended and to ensure a fire has been complete put out before abandoning the site.
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