The City of Port Alberni Enacts Total Fire Ban Amidst Increased Wildfire Risk

The City of Port Alberni Enacts Total Fire Ban Amidst Increased Wildfire Risk

Submitted by Kate Love on Jun 6 2023 - 9:26pm.

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Port Alberni, BC - Due to an increased risk of wildfires, the City of Port Alberni is implementing a total fire ban effective at noon Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) on Thursday, June 8, 2023.

The ban applies to all public and private land unless otherwise specified in local legislation. The ban includes all open burning, as well as burning barrels, fireworks, sky lanterns and torches.

People found to be in violation of the fire ban may be subject to fines and other legal action.

The City of Port Alberni thanks everyone for their understanding and compliance with these crucial restrictions, as we work together to protect our beautiful community and forested lands from the risk of wildfires.
 

 

For More Information

Sharie Minions, Mayor

City of Port Alberni

250.723.2146

sharie_minions@portalberni.ca

Kate Love, Manager of Communications

City of Port Alberni

250.720.2810

communications@portalberni.ca