Public Input & Actions

BLM publishes proposed and final rules in the Federal Register and carries out environmental reviews in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act. Announcing and explaining bureau plans and proposals and providing the public an opportunity to comment on proposed actions is an important part of informed management. We encourage citizens to make their voices heard on the issues that are important to them.
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BLM Reduces Seasonal Fire Restrictions for Northern Arizona

The BLM is reducing fire restrictions on all BLM-managed public lands within the Arizona Strip District in Arizona, including Vermilion Cliffs National Monument and Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument.
Arizona, Gila DO, Safford FO
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Public Comment Open for Proposed BLM Land Exchange with Freeport Minerals in Southeast Arizona

The Bureau of Land Management's Safford Field Office invites public feedback for a proposed land exchange with Freeport Minerals Corporation for lands in Graham, Greenlee, and Cochise counties.
Arizona, Phoenix DO, Hassayampa FO, Lower Sonoran FO, Colorado River DO, Kingman FO, Lake Havasu FO, Yuma FO
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BLM Lifts Seasonal Fire Restrictions in Central and Western Arizona

On Thursday, July 23, the Bureau of Land Management will lift all seasonal fire restrictions for public lands administered by the Colorado River and Phoenix districts.
Arizona, Gila DO, Safford FO
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Seasonal Fire Restrictions Lifted on BLM-managed Lands in Navajo and Apache Counties

Seasonal fire restrictions lifted on BLM-managed lands in Navajo and Apache Counties in coordination with partners in Northeastern Arizona.
Arizona, Gila DO, Safford FO
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BLM Announces More Work to Recreation Areas in Gila Box Riparian National Conservation Area

The BLM’s Safford Field Office is planning work to repair and upgrade recreation facilities and roads at day-use areas in the Gila Box Riparian National Conservation Area, near Safford. Work will begin on July 17.
Colorado River DO, Colorado
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BLM Colorado modifies land closures in Mesa County for public, fire fighter safety

The Bureau of Land Management is modifying the closure status of public lands affected by or adjacent to the Snyder Fire in Mesa County, Colo.
Arizona, Arizona Strip DO, Arizona Strip FO
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BLM announces elevated fire restrictions in northern Arizona amid heightened fire risk

Elevated fire restrictions - Stage 2 - due to elevated fire risk in northern Mohave and Coconino counties.
Arizona, Gila DO, Safford FO
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BLM to improve amenities and access at Hot Well Dunes Recreation Area

Work is scheduled to begin the week of June 1, 2026, and is expected to conclude on Jan. 26, 2027.
Arizona, Gila DO
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DOI transfers wildland fire engine to Mescal-J6 Fire District

DOI transfers wildland fire engine to Mescal-J6 Fire District in southern Arizona as part of the Rural Fire Readiness program.
Arizona, Arizona Strip DO
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BLM issues fire restrictions for northern Arizona

BLM issues fire restrictions for northern Arizona. Restrictions apply on all lands within the Arizona Strip District.
Arizona, Phoenix DO, Hassayampa FO, Lower Sonoran FO, Colorado River DO, Kingman FO, Lake Havasu FO, Yuma FO
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Dry conditions trigger fire restrictions in central and western Arizona

Effective Thursday, May 21, at 8 a.m. the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management (DFFM) and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will implement seasonal fire restrictions in central and western Arizona.

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