Southeast Fire Centre bans and restrictions

Last updated on May 17, 2024

View all bans and restrictions for the Southeast Fire Centre, located in Castlegar and extending from the U.S. border to Mica Dam and from the Okanagan Highlands/west side of the Monashee Mountains to the B.C./Alberta border.  

Map of B.C. with the Southeast Fire Centre highlighted.

Current Southeast fire prohibitions 

Effective at 12:00 (noon) PDT on Friday, May 17, 2024, Category 3 open burning will be prohibited throughout the Southeast Fire Centre.

Before lighting a fire of any size, please check with your local jurisdiction (municipality, First Nations, etc.) as they may have their own restrictions in place.

Current Southeast area restrictions 

There are no area restrictions currently in effect.


Map of affected areas

Category 3 open fire prohibition throughout the Southeast Fire Centre 


Information bulletins

Category 3 fire prohibitions to start in Southeast Fire Centre

Stay informed

Contact an Information Officer
Southeast Fire Centre
250-318-7715