BLM lifting fire restrictions for lands managed by Ukiah and Arcata field offices
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UKIAH, Calif. -- With the return of cooler weather and reduced wildfire dangers, the Bureau of Land Management today rescinded fire restrictions on public lands managed by the Ukiah and Arcata field offices in Del Norte, Humboldt, Trinity, Mendocino, Lake, Sonoma, Napa, Yolo, Colusa, Glenn and Solano counties.
The BLM is also lifting restrictions on target shooting that have been in effect since midsummer on public lands managed by the Ukiah Field Office.
Easing of restrictions means that public land visitors can again use campfires outside of developed campgrounds and posted recreation sites. Campfire permits are required. Permits are available at the BLM Ukiah Field Office, 2550 North State St. in Ukiah or the Arcata Field Office, 1695 Heindon Road, Arcata.
"Even though we've had rain, people still need to be careful with fire," said Tim Jones, fire management officer for the BLM. "Fires should never be used on windy days, and it is imperative that campers fully extinguish campfires before leaving a campsite."
The BLM is committed to keeping public landscapes healthy and productive. More information is available by telephoning the Ukiah Field Office, 707-468-4000, or the Arcata Field Office, 707-825-2300.
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.