Campfire Safety Urged this Memorial Day Weekend
WILLIAMS, Ariz. – Heavy visitation is expected on the Coconino and Kaibab National Forests over the Memorial Day weekend. Campfires are allowed on both forests this weekend. There are no fire restrictions in place; however, managers urge extreme caution with campfires as the forecast shows a lack of precipitation over the weekend and windy conditions on Thursday and Friday.
Campfires are the number one human cause of wildfires. It only takes one ember from a fire to start a new fire. A few campfire safety reminders include:
Use existing campfire rings to minimize impacts to the soil. Make a fire only if you have a shovel and sufficient water to put it out. Never leave your campfire unattended.
Avoid making a campfire during the windy part of the day. Winds usually diminish at night when a campfire is welcome. Keep your campfire as small as practical.
To make sure your campfire is out, drown with water and stir with dirt, making sure all burned materials are extinguished. Feel with your hand to make sure it’s out cold.
Fire managers continue to evaluate weather and fuel conditions and will re-examine the need for fire restrictions on a weekly basis. For fire restrictions on public lands in Arizona, visit http://www.publiclands.org/firenews/AZ.php, or call toll free 1-877-864-6985.
Also, please remember to keep the forest clean and pack out all of your garbage.
Most Forest Service offices will be closed on Monday, May 31 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. The Red Rock Visitor Station south of Sedona and Williams Visitor Center will be open.
Punky Moore
Fire Information Officer
Kaibab National Forest
Williams/Tusayan Ranger District
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