Fire restrictions remain in effect in Colorado River District
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LAKE HAVASU CITY, Ariz. – Unusually warm and dry conditions persist in Arizona, and fire activity continues across the state. As outdoor recreation increases in the Colorado River District, public lands users are reminded that BLM lands in western Arizona remain under fire restrictions.
Recreational target shooting is currently prohibited on BLM lands in the Colorado River District. The Kingman Field Office remains in Stage 2 Fire Restrictions. Under Stage 2 Fire Restrictions, campfires and charcoal use is prohibited in all areas. The Yuma and Lake Havasu Field Offices remain in Stage 1 Fire Restrictions. Under Stage 1 Fire Restrictions, campfires and charcoal use are permitted in developed recreation sites or improved sites where agency-built fire rings or grills are provided. Propane and petroleum-fueled stoves, lanterns or heating devices are allowed in all areas.
These activities remain prohibited until fire restrictions are rescinded or revoked:
- Building, maintaining, attending, or using a fire, campfire, charcoal, coal, or wood stove in the Kingman Field Office and outside of developed sites in the Yuma and Lake Havasu Field Offices.
- Smoking, except within an enclosed vehicle or a developed or improved recreation site or while in an area at least six feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of all flammable materials.
- Welding or the use of any torch or metal cutting or grinding implement.
- Discharging a firearm except while engaged in a lawful hunt pursuant to state, federal, or tribal laws and regulations.
Fireworks, airborne luminaries, tracers, explosives, incendiary devices, combustible, or explosive composition, igniting tires, or petroleum products are prohibited year-round and apply to all BLM-managed lands in Arizona.
It is essential that everyone stay alert and do their part to prevent wildfires. Most wildfires in Arizona are human-caused, usually by campfires, sparks from equipment, vehicles parked on dry desert grass, vehicles with dragging chains or metal causing sparks, discarded cigarettes, shooting, and arson.
Preventing wildfires protects communities, firefighters, and emergency responders from exposure to smoke and disease, and greatly reduces the risk of injury or death. You can help to prevent wildfires by observing fire restrictions on public lands. Ensure your vehicles and equipment are mechanically sound; check wires, fluids, tire inflation, brake condition, and secure chains or other metal that may drag. Do not drive or park over dry grass or brush.
For information on fire prevention tips and restrictions in your area, contact your local BLM office, or visit https://wildlandfire.az.gov.
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.