The weather is finally chilly, and fortunately, fires are once again allowed on BLM land throughout the desert.
The Bureau of Land Management has lifted seasonal fire restrictions on BLM-managed public lands in Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, Riverside, Imperial, southern Inyo, eastern Mono, San Diego, and eastern Kern counties. The restrictions ended on October 30, but because of the federal government shutdown, no notifications were published until this week.
Visitors can use campfires, barbecues, and gas stoves on BLM-managed public lands with a valid California campfire permit. Campfire permits are required outside of developed campgrounds and are available for free at www.readyforwildfire.org.
You can read BLM’s tips for safe fire usage at this story at our website, Z1077fm.com
The public is reminded to use extreme caution when using fire and to follow these precautions:
Always have a five-foot circle cleared around your campfire.
Always have a shovel and plenty of water on hand and put your campfire dead out before leaving.
Never use steel targets, steel jacketed, or steel core ammunition for recreational shooting as they are more likely to cause a fire.
Always park vehicles away from areas where exhaust could cause grass or other combustibles to ignite.
