For Release: October 19, 2004 CA-N-05-8
Contact: Tim Jones (707) 825-2300 or Jeff Fontana (530) 252-5332

BLM LIFTS FIRE RESTRICTIONS ON NORTH COAST PUBLIC LANDS

The Bureau of Land Management has announced that restrictions on outdoor use of fire have been lifted for public lands managed by the Arcata Field Office in Humboldt and Mendocino counties. The restrictions have been in effect since early summer.

Easing of restrictions means that campfires can again be used outside of developed campgrounds. Campfire permits are required. They can be obtained at the BLM Arcata Field Office, 1695 Heindon Rd., Arcata, or at the King Range National Conservation Area office in Whitethorn.

BLM Fire Management Officer Tim Jones said that cool fall weather and recent rainfall have reduced fire dangers, but it is still important to use care with fire. He cautioned against using fires on windy days, and reminded campers to completely extinguish campfires before breaking camp.

For more information about campfire permits or the upcoming burning projects, contact the Arcata Field Office, (707) 825-2300, or the King Range Office, (707) 986-5400.

-BLM-

Arcata Field Office 1695 Heindon Rd Arcata, CA 95521