BC Wildfire Service plans 20 pile burns near Sun Peaks starting Oct. 21

The BC Wildfire Service will support Sun Peaks LLP in a pile burning project about four kilometres northwest of the Village of Sun Peaks, the service said in a notice issued Oct. 20 at 3:21 p.m. UTC. Crews will burn approximately 20 piles as conditions allow, and the work could begin as early as Wednesday, Oct. 21.¹

The service said the project aims to reduce wildfire risk, help restore forest health and a properly functioning ecosystem, and remove forest fuels to reduce the long-term risk of wildfire. Smoke may be visible from the Village of Sun Peaks, surrounding areas and to motorists travelling along Sun Peaks Road.¹

The exact timing will depend on weather and site conditions, the service said. Burning will proceed if conditions are suitable and allow for smoke dispersal during burn operations, though smoke may also linger in the following days.¹

To report a wildfire, unattended campfire or open burning violation, the service said to call 1-800-663-5555 toll-free, or *5555 on a cell phone, or use the BC Wildfire Service mobile app. The notice was issued Oct. 20 at 3:21 p.m. UTC.¹