Announcements

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Oregon-Washington, Prineville DO
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Central Oregon Public Lands Enter Stage 1 Public Use Fire Restrictions July 1

All campfires are banned on public lands outside of designated campgrounds in Central Oregon with exception of Deschutes National Forest Wilderness areas
California, Northern California DO
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BLM urges fire safety during July Fourth celebrations

SUSANVILLE, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management reminds area residents and visitors to be careful with fire and to leave fireworks at home when they celebrate Independence Day on public lands. “After a wet spring and two years of plant growth, we have abundant grasses that are drying out quickly,” said Emily Ryan, manager of the BLM Eagle Lake Field Office. “These fine fuels can feed wildfires that spread rapidly under hot, dry and windy conditions. We urge everyone to keep fire safety top of mind when they visit the outdoors.”
Alaska
A dark smoke cloud towers above the flames of the fire moving through dense spruce forests on a hillside.

BLM announced emergency closure of western portion of the White Mountains National Recreation Area due to wildland fire activity

To protect the public and provide for firefighter safety in light of ongoing wildland fire activity of the Globe Fire (#253), the BLM is closing the western portion of the White Mountains National Recreation Area.
Nevada, Winnemucca DO
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Central and Northwestern Nevada Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Announced for Public and State Lands

On June 29, 2024, the Bureau of Land Management, Nevada Division of Forestry and USDA Forest Service are implementing Stage 1 fire restrictions in northwestern and central Nevada due to High Fire Danger.
National Office
A Canyon in the southwest with brush and vegetation at the bottom of the valley.

BLM announces adjustments to mining location and maintenance fees

BLM announced upcoming fee adjustments for the location (or “staking”) and maintenance of mining claims, mill sites, and tunnel sites.
Nevada, Southern Nevada DO
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Bureau of Land Management sand and gravel sale generates more than $7.6 million

announcement of results of 6-28-24 mineral materials sale
California
A sign in the desert indicating high fire danger

BLM reminds public of ongoing fire restrictions and fire safety in the California Desert District

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. – With the Independence Day holiday approaching, public land users are reminded that Stage II fire restrictions are still in effect throughout the California Desert District. Stage II restrictions prohibit setting, building, maintaining, attending, or using open fire of any kind and smoking, except within an enclosed vehicle or camp trailer unless prohibited by State or local laws. Controlled flame devices such as portable stoves and lanterns with shut-off valves are allowed with a valid California Campfire Permit.
Oregon-Washington, Medford DO
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High Fire Danger on Bureau of Land Management Public Lands in Medford District

As the weather continues to warm and fire danger increases, Bureau of Land Management Medford District officials are implementing public use restrictions on BLM-managed lands in southern Oregon.
Eastern States, Southeastern States DO
Four tan colored horses running over sagebrush.

July 25-27: Wild horse and burro event in Bell, Florida

A BLM wild horse and burro adoption event will be held in Bell, Florida July 25-27, 2024.
Eastern States, Southeastern States DO
Wild horses on East Pershing Complex range land.

July 26-27: Wild horse and burro event in Pikeville, Tennessee

A BLM wild horse and burro adoption event will be held in Pikeville, Tennessee July 26-27, 2024.
Arizona, Arizona Strip DO
A light green wildland fire truck, or water tender, sits in the foreground under think grey clouds in a desert landscape that has been scorched black by a wildland fire.

BLM Arizona Strip District crews suppressing Gunsight Fire

Arizona Strip District fire crews are making good progress on suppression efforts for the Gunsight Fire.