Abandoned campfires in Water Canyon Recreation Area
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WINNEMUCCA, Nev.— The Winnemucca District wildland fire fighters have recently found several abandoned campfires in the Water Canyon Recreation Area.
Since the creek has run dry the district fire staff would like to remind recreation area users to bring water and a shovel to extinguish campfires. By using the “mix and stir” method until no heat remains in the coals, it will reduce the possibility of a wildfire ignition.
“We ask the public to never leave a camp or cooking fire unattended and to extinguish all fires before turning in for the night or leaving the recreation area,” said Winnemucca District Fire Management Officer, Donovan Walker.
Water Canyon Recreation Area is located 5.2 miles southeast of Winnemucca, Nevada. For additional recreation area information go to https://www.blm.gov/visit/water-canyon-recreation-area or call 775-623-1500.
Nevada currently has fire restrictions in place. For restriction and wildfire information, please go to https://www.nevadafireinfo.org/ .
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.