BLM lifts West Desert fire restrictions
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WEST VALLEY CITY, Utah – The Bureau of Land Management is lifting fire restrictions on campfires, smoking, and cutting or welding in Box Elder, Rich, Tooele, Salt Lake, and Utah Counties effective Sept. 29.
“The BLM appreciates the public’s cooperation and patience during this summer’s fire restrictions,” said West Desert District Manager Kevin Oliver. “We are looking forward to promoting safe uses and
enjoyment on our public lands.”
The following year-round fire restrictions will remain in effect:
1. Target shooting of steel ammunition, including steel cores, tips or jackets from June 15 - September 30 each year.
2. Use or possession of exploding targets.
3. Use of sky lanterns or aerial luminaries.
4. Use of any tracer or incendiary ammunition.
5. Use of any Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) that is not equipped with a properly installed and maintained spark arrestor.
Current moisture levels and cooler weather have reduced wildfire risks throughout Utah’s West Desert, but fire officials still urge the public to be cautious.“While we have a lower fire danger, conditions vary by day and by location and it’s important for everyone to be careful and use common sense,” Oliver said. “We recommend that visitors always take a shovel, fire extinguisher, and extra water in the event of a fire emergency”.
Visit www.utahfireinfo.gov for more information about fire restrictions, wildfires, fire prevention, and fuels treatment projects.
For additional information, please contact Jhen Rawling at (801) 977-4300. Persons who use a
telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) may call the Federal Relay Service (FRS) at 1-800-
877-8339 to leave a message or question with the above individual. The FRS is available 24 hours a
day, seven days a week. Replies are provided during normal business hours.
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.