Brief: Revelstoke city campfire ban starts June 30

Campfires and other fire activity banned in the City of Revelstoke starting June 30.

Campfires are banned in the City of Revelstoke as of Wednesday, June 30, the same day as a campfire ban goes into effect across B.C.

The ban covers campfires and an array of activities that could lead to fires, such as fireworks, burn barrels, exploding targets, and wood-burning appliances not located in a building.

Open fire restrictions have been in place in Southeastern Fire Centre since June 25.

The ban is in effect until October 15, or until provincial authorities lift the ban.

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