Carson National Forest fire managers will implement Stage 1 fire restrictions at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, April 29, 2022. Conditions throughout the Forest are unseasonably dry amid numerous large wildfires burning in the region.
Fires, campfires, charcoal grills and coal and wood stoves will only be allowed in Forest Service-built fire rings or grills at developed campsites or picnic areas (as pictured). Campfires will be prohibited at all dispersed camping sites.
Stoves, grills, lanterns and heaters fueled by propane or other liquified petroleum fuels may be used.
Smoking will be allowed only in enclosed vehicles or buildings, at developed recreation sites or while standing in an area at least 3 feet in diameter that has been cleared of all flammable material.
Fireworks and other pyrotechnic devices are always prohibited on national forests.
“The drying of the vegetation on the Carson National Forest is catching up with areas to the south, where multiple fires are currently burning,” said Deputy Fire Staff Officer Brent Davidson. “We need the public’s help in abiding by these new restrictions to help avoid new incidents that will further spread fire crews thin.”
Forest managers use several criteria to determine when to implement restrictions, including current and predicted weather, fuel moisture, fire activity levels and available firefighting resources. If conditions warrant increasing fire restrictions again, campfires would be banned forestwide.
Violations are punishable as a Class B misdemeanor by a fine of not more than $5,000 for individuals and $10,000 for organizations and/or by imprisonment for not more than six months. Fire prevention and law enforcement will be patrolling, and anyone who violates Stage 1 restrictions will be ticketed.
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