The Comox Valley fire departments have lifted the campfire fire ban that has been in place since May long weekend at noon on Friday, July 3. Category 2 and 3 fires are still prohibited within the Comox Valley. Always check with your local fire departments regarding fire restrictions in place.
“The rainy and cooler weather predicted has allowed us to safely lift the campfire fire ban,” explains Bruce Green, CVRD Regional Rural Fire Chief. “Weather conditions can change quickly, and a campfire ban may be put back in place to help protect our community. Please monitor your local fire department’s website for updates.”
The following area fire departments have lifted the campfire fire ban:
• Comox Fire Rescue
• Cumberland Fire Department
• Denman Island Fire Rescue
• Fanny Bay Volunteer Fire Department
• Hornby Island Fire Rescue
• Merville Fire Department
• Mount Washington Fire Department
• Oyster River Fire Rescue
• Ships Point Volunteer Fire Department
• Union Bay Fire Rescue
For more information on your fire service area or to contact your local fire department, visit: www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/fire.
The Comox Valley Regional District is a partnership of three electoral areas and three municipalities operating on the unceded traditional territory of the K’ómoks First Nation, the traditional keepers of the land. The members of the regional district work collaboratively on providing sustainable services for the benefit of the diverse urban and rural areas of the Comox Valley.
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Media Contact:
Bruce Green
Regional Rural Fire Chief
250-337-8121