Campfires are allowed again in the Kamloops Fire Centre.

The Wildfire Management Branch rescinded its campfire ban Thursday, Aug. 21 at 5 p.m.

A release from the ministry of environment states rain in the area has decreased the risk of wildfires.

Campfires now allowed in the Kamloops Fire Centre – which includes the Merritt Fire Zone – must be less than a half-metre wide or high; have flammable materials cleared around them; always be attended; always be put out completely before people leave the area; and have at least eight litres of water nearby to properly extinguish the fire.

Fires larger than a half-metre high by a half-metre wide are still prohibited, as are industrial burning, fireworks, sky lanterns and all burning barrels.

Open burning prohibitions apply to B.C. Parks, Crown lands and private lands.