Reminder issued to be fire smart as heat in Okanagan continues
has a simple piece of advice: please be fire smart.
KFD has issued a reminder that open burning is banned within city limits. That includes campfires and outdoor wood-burning appliances, like fire pits.Further, smoking, campfires and briquette barbecues are also not allowed in city or Central Okanagan regional district parks. However, propane barbecues are allowed.The fire department said anyone found violating the city’s fire bylaw could face a $345 fine.
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