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Prescott National Forest Fire Restrictions In Effect

sedona times / June 4, 2012 / No Comment

PRESCOTT AZ (June 4, 2012) – Due to increased fire danger, Prescott National Forest will implement Stage II fire restrictions on Friday, June 8, 2012 at 8:00 AM.

These additional fire restrictions will remain in effect until forest officials determine conditions have changed sufficiently to reduce the risk of human-caused wildfire.

The following fire restrictions will be in effect for the entire Prescott National Forest:

· The use of campfires, charcoal grills, and stove fires (wood, charcoal, and coal burning) are prohibited on all Prescott National Forest lands. This now includes developed campsites and campgrounds.

· Use of explosives is prohibited.

· Smoking is prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle or building.

· Operating a chainsaw, or other equipment powered by an internal combustion engine, is prohibited between the hours of 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM. During acceptable hours, have 5-10 ft. clearance around your generators and other internal combustible engines.

· Welding or operating acetylene or other torch with open flame are prohibited.

· Discharging a firearm, air rifle, or gas gun is prohibited except while engaged in a lawful hunt.

The use of petroleum-fueled stoves, lanterns or heating devices is allowed providing such devices meet the fire underwriter’s specifications for safety.

The public is reminded that fireworks and operating or using any internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device properly installed, maintained, and in effective working order are always prohibited on all national forest lands.

Violation of these prohibitions is punishable by a fine of not more than $5,000 for an individual or $10,000 for an organization, or imprisonment of not more than six (6) months, or both.

The public is reminded that fireworks are always prohibited on all national forest lands.

For current information on fire restrictions, closures or wildfires on the Prescott National Forest call 928-777-5799. For further information about fire restrictions on public lands in Arizona and New Mexico, call toll free 877-864-6985 or visit http://gacc.nifc.gov/swcc/.