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CAMPFIRE AND BURN BARRELS ARE PERMITTED. ALL OTHER FIRES WILL REQUIRE A PERMIT.
Fire Hazard Rating
High EArly Shift hazard rating
Gabriola’s High with early shift wildfire hazard status
Most private and industrial operations are limited to 1:00 p.m. Please see the graphic below. High Early Shift is in effect for 3 days before Extreme takes effect.
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​Activities that are permitted
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Small campfires are allowed.
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The use of powered equipment is allowed.
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Fires in 200L (55Gal) burn barrels are not allowed.
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Barbecues are allowed.
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Propane fireplaces are allowed. Flames must be 6 inches or less.
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Hibachis and similar charcoal-burning stoves are allowed.
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Please see Gabriola’s Burning Regulations Page for additional details.
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Activities that are not permitted
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Beach fires are never permitted.
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You may not burn prohibited materials.
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You may not cause hazards or excess smoke.
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For more information please visit the provincial fire danger website.
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Burning permits are longer issued for Category 2 and 3 Fires.
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If Gabriola remains at High Early Shift for 3 days it may put Gabriola into Extreme Early Shift.
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