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An Alberta man has been fined $1,150 for starting a campfire in Kelowna.

RCMP and firefighters responded to a report of flames visible on Dilworth Mountain, Saturday night.

They found a makeshift camp in the parking lot of the Dilworth soccer park.

The 20-year-old male attempted to put out the blaze before police arrived, and took off on foot.

When he returned, police were in the process of having his vehicle towed.

The $1,150 fine was laid under the Wildfire Act.

“This could have been a very dangerous situation and serves as an appropriate reminder that all campfires are prohibited throughout all Central Okanagan municipalities,” said Cpl. Jesse O’Donaghey.

“Violators could not only receive fines, however may also be charged the cost of the fire crew’s response to a burning complaint,” he added.

If you see fire, call 911, 1-800-663-5555 toll free or *5555 on a cellphone.