On two occasions this past week, Squamish responded to reports of campfires and a backyard fire that violated the current provincial fire ban.
Some people burning brush in their backyard were issued a provincial violation ticket under the Wildfire Act by Squamish RCMP.
With some exception, open burning including Campfires, Category 2 and 3 remains prohibited throughout the Coastal Fire Centre area in BC.
This includes the use of fireworks, sky lanterns, burn barrels and burn cages. Restrictions will remain in place until October 15, 2021, or until the order is rescinded.
Shoplifting incident
On August 21, two young women stole four bottles of liquor and a six pack of cider. The stolen liquor was worth $350.
Police continues to investigate the theft.
Anyone with any information regarding the above files are asked to contact the Squamish RCMP at 604-892-6100, or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, or go to the website www.solvecrime.ca
