Fire restrictions will cease November 1 for Canyon Country District BLM Moab and Monticello Field Offices
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MOAB, UTAH — On Sunday, November 1 at 12:01 a.m., the Bureau of Land Management’s Canyon Country District will rescind the fire ban put in place on June 12 across the Bureau of Land Management Canyon Country Fire Zone (BLM Moab and Monticello Field Offices in Grand and San Juan counties).
“We’ve had well over 1000 human caused fires across the state this year and almost 60 fires in the Canyon Country District, 30 of which were human caused. What’s concerning is this is the first year that human started fires have exceeded natural ignitions in the district,” said Canyon Country Fire Management Officer Clark Maughan. “Even though we’ve had some moisture, drier than normal conditions persist so we ask that people remain vigilant and take extra care when engaging in outdoor activities on their public lands this fall and winter.”
With fire restrictions being lifted across the Canyon Country District, the potential for wildfire remains. Earlier this fire season, Canyon Country fire managers issued prevention orders outlining fire restrictions on BLM lands in Grand and San Juan counties. On Sunday, Nov. 1, those fire restriction orders will be rescinded.
As specific restrictions may vary, visitors should always check with local authorities to verify what fire restrictions remain in place.
For more information on current statewide fire restrictions, visit utahfireinfo.gov or on Twitter @UtahWildfire.
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.