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Ladysmith is urgently begging the province to secure a forest service road linked to their drinking water lakes after repeated human-caused wildfires sparked by illegal camping and trespassing. Despite past warnings and failed attempts to install gates, vandals have repeatedly sabotaged security systems and staff report confrontations with large crowds. The town’s mayor says it’s now a matter of public safety — and the province is stepping in, coordinating with First Nations and agencies to find a solution. Meanwhile, nearby regions show how effective fencing, patrols, and gates can prevent disasters — a stark reminder of why Ladysmith’s situation demands immediate action.

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