Forest Service imposes Stage 1 fire restrictions

Starting Aug. 20, the U.S. Forest Service reinstated Stage 1 fire restrictions for all lands within the San Juan National Forest due to minimal monsoon rainfall and hot, dry weather forecasts. These restrictions prohibit fireworks; fires, including charcoal files, outside a fire pit at developed campgrounds and picnic areas; and smoking except in an enclosed vehicle or building or an area clear…

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