Due to the continued exceptionally warm dry weather conditions and increasing fire danger, the Arapaho National Forest’s Sulphur Ranger District is joining its local and federal partners in Grand County in enacting Stage 2 Fire Restrictions beginning today, June 25, 2021.
The heightened restrictions encompass all National Forest system lands in Grand County, including all campgrounds, backcountry sites, and developed recreation sites.
Stage 2 fire restrictions prohibit the use of all wood burning and charcoal fires, including campfires, warming fires, and charcoal barbeques and smoking outdoors.
Gas-fueled devices that can be turned on and off, such as stoves, lanterns, or heating devices are allowed if used in an area that is barren or cleared of all flammable materials within 3 feet of the device.
Fireworks and other explosives are always prohibited on public lands.
These restrictions are being implemented in coordination with multiple agencies in response to current and predicted weather and fuel conditions, as well as corresponding fire danger rating levels. The purpose is to reduce the risk of fire to promote public health and safety and to protect resources during this time. These restrictions will remain in effect until significant precipitation falls and fire danger levels subside.
Visitors should use extra caution recreating on public lands when fire danger is increased.
Additionally, the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests’ Clear Creek, Boulder and Canyon Lakes ranger districts along with the Pawnee National Grassland are enacting Stage 1 fire restrictions effective today. Stage 1 fire restrictions limit where and what type of fires visitors can have and remain in place until rescinded.
Help prevent wildfires and become a steward of public lands by checking the official local source for the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests at www.fs.usda.gov/goto/arp/knowbefore.
Jeff
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