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Squatters’ campfire leads to emergency response

Prince Rupert fire crews responded to smoke near Roosevelt Elementary School on July 17
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Fire crews arrive on scene to handle an incident at the park near Roosevelt School. (Doug Larson photo)

A campfire in the the forest near Roosevelt Elementary School caused a stir Tuesday evening.

Prince Rupert firefighters responded to the scene and found a couple of people squatting with a small fire, said Fire Chief Dave Mckenzie.

Two fire trucks arrived at approximately 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 12.

For people who may have forgotten or were unaware, fires are not allowed on city property.



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