Gabriola’s High wildfire hazard status

Burning permits are no longer issued. 

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​Activities that are permitted

• • The use of powered equipment is allowed.  

  • Barbecues, Hibachis and similar charcoal-burning stoves are allowed.

  • Propane fireplaces are allowed. Flames must be 6 inches or less.

  • Please see Gabriola’s Burning Regulations Page for additional details.

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Activities that are never permitted

• Beach fires are never permitted.

• Burning prohibited materials are not permitted..

• You may not cause hazards or excess smoke.

• For more information please visit the provincial fire danger website. 

• Burning permits are longer issued for Category 2 and  3 Fires. 

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If Gabriola remains at high for 4 days it may put Gabriola into High Early Shift.

 

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