Fire Restrictions in Effect on Kaibab National Forest
WILLIAMS, Ariz. – Fire restrictions are in effect on the Williams and Tusayan ranger districts of the Kaibab National Forest as of Wednesday, June 8. Due to high fire danger, these restrictions are deemed necessary to protect public health and safety and prevent human-caused wildfires. The North Kaibab Ranger District will not be implementing fire restrictions at this time.
Under these fire restrictions, fires, campfires, charcoal, coal or wood stoves are allowed in developed campgrounds only. The restrictions also limit smoking to within enclosed vehicles, buildings or in developed campgrounds. Pressurized liquid or gas stoves, lanterns, and heaters that can be turned off are allowed.
Forest officials evaluate many factors before implementing restrictions, including:
Weather conditions and trends
The amount of moisture in various types of forest fuels, such as pine needles, grass, sticks, logs and trees
The potential for rapid fire growth
Fire activity on the forest and in surrounding areas
Availability of local, regional and national firefighting resources
Coordination with adjacent forests and agencies
Always practice fire safety. Make a fire only if you have a shovel and sufficient water to put it out. Never leave your campfire unattended. 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 is out cold.
The fire restrictions will remain in place until the forest receives significant precipitation. Violation of the prohibitions is punishable by a fine of not more than $5,000, imprisonment for not more than six months, or both. Fireworks are always prohibited on National Forest land.
For additional information on fire restrictions on the Kaibab National Forest, call Punky Moore, Fire Information Officer, (928) 635-5653 or 928-635-8311. -USFS-
Punky Moore
Fire Information Officer
Kaibab National Forest
Williams/Tusayan Ranger Districts
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