The annual 'Sunrise Party' is a tradition for returning highschool students in Penticton to mark the start of the new school year.
High School students from multiple schools find a remote location near a wooded area, and in many cases, starting a fire is the main component to the festivities.
RCMP, along with the RDOS and School District 67, are hoping to discourage students from attending the unsanctioned event this year as there are many risks in the area.
“With this year being particularly dry, and posing an extreme fire risk, we’re hoping to educate students who may want to partake in these kinds of events, to be aware of the dangers,” said Cst. James Grandy.
“Parents and guardians should be aware these are unsanctioned events. Students could face large fines should they disregard these risks,” said Grandy.
Locations for the parties are not disclosed but often happen in remote areas that are out of cell service. Past parties have happened near Carmi Road in Penticton, and places past Faulder, near Summerland.
