BLM to Lift Fire Restrictions on Northern California Public Lands
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REDDING, Calif. – With cooler fall temperatures, the Bureau of Land Management will lift fire restrictions on public lands managed by the Redding, Eagle Lake and Applegate field offices effective Friday, Oct. 7, at 6 p.m.
When restrictions are eased, campfires can again be used outside of developed campgrounds. Fire permits are required. Restrictions on smoking and use of internal combustion engines off of roads and trails are also lifted. Use of chainsaws after 1 p.m. will again be allowed.
Even with reduced fire dangers, officials urge outdoor enthusiasts and homeowners to be careful with fire. Campers must fully extinguish campfires when leaving camp, leaving them cold to the touch. Wood cutters must have spark arresters on their chainsaws, and they should carry tools including shovels and fire extinguishers.
Because fire restrictions remain in effect for neighboring national forests and some BLM-managed lands, people planning outdoor activities should check with the nearest Forest Service or BLM office for information on current restrictions.
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.