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Fire department urges extra caution as dry conditions persist

CAMPBELL RIVER, B.C- As warm temperatures and dry conditions continue, the Campbell River Fire Department is reminding residents to be extra careful when having recreational fires.

Campbell River fire chief Thomas Doherty said in a press release Tuesday afternoon, that everyone should be extra vigilant with recreational fires and any smoking devices, in order to prevent wildfires.

“For now, recreational fires are still permitted, but we’re closely monitoring conditions. Fire bans could be put in place if the weather continues to be hot and dry, which places our area in a high risk of wildfire,” Doherty says.

He added that even inside the city’s limits with the current dry conditions, fires can still happen.

“This Sunday’s brush fire right in town at Homewood and 9th Avenue and the fire along Argonaut Road late last week are clear reminders of how dry conditions are right now.”

The release added that people can do their part to prevent damage by checking local and provincial fire restrictions before lighting any fire – and by fully extinguishing camping and beach fires.

Doherty also said that if you see a fire, it’s important to call the fire department as soon as possible to limit how quickly it can grow.

“For the best chances of keeping a fire contained, it’s essential that the fire department is called right away. In the case of fires farther out from the community, these have more time to spread because of the longer time required to reach remote areas,” Doherty says.

To view provincial fire ban information, click here

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