http://bcwildfire.ca/hprScripts/WildfireNews/News.asp Ministry of Forests and Range: Wildfire Management Branch Copyright 2009, Province of British Columbia en-ca Mon, 15 Jul 2011 12:58:00 PST http://bcwildfire.ca/hprScripts/WildfireNews/DisplayArticle.asp?ID=1830
The fire danger rating through the Prince George Fire Centre is mainly very low to low. However, there are areas of moderate to high in the northern portion of the fire centre.


Quote:

Steve Thomson, Minister of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations - "The people of British Columbia are our biggest allies in responding to forest fires. A speedy call to the Report-a-Wildfire line helps firefighters respond to forest fires faster, which means greater success and improved safety for everyone."


Quick Facts:

* There are currently no open burning restrictions within the Prince George Fire Centre's jurisdiction. However, the public is urged to be extremely cautious when using fire outdoors. For the latest on burning restrictions, continue to check: http://bcwildfire.ca/hprScripts/WildfireNews/Bans.asp
* Since April 1, fire crews have responded to 55 wildfires in the Prince George Fire Centre, with a provincial total of 188 wildfires.
* To report a wildfire or unattended campfire, call *5555 on your cellphone or toll-free to 1 800 663-5555.



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Contact:
Jillian Chimko
Fire Information Officer
Prince George Fire Centre
250 565-6129 (office)
250 961-4176 (cell)

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