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Lassen National Forest Implements Fire Restrictions

Due to current fuel conditions and upward trending weather observations, Lassen National Forest has implemented forest-wide fire restrictions on lands administered by the Forest. The Forest Service consulted with Cal-FIRE Lassen-Modoc Unit, Bureau of Land Management, and Modoc National Forest on the implementation of these restrictions to reduce fire activity and protect the local communities.

Fire restrictions enhance public safety, protect natural and cultural resources, and help prevent human-caused fires.

Several criteria are used to determine when to implement fire restrictions, including fire activity levels, current and predicted weather, fuel moisture, and the availability of firefighting resources. Additional restrictions may be required if conditions warrant.

These fire restrictions will remain in effect across Lassen National Forest until September 30th, 2022, or until rescinded, whichever occurs first.

As of Tuesday, the following restrictions apply:

  • Open fires are prohibited outside of designated, developed campgrounds and camp sites, even with a valid California campfire permit. Designated Recreation Sites (see exhibit A of Forest Order 06-22-04) that are exempted from fire restrictions are exempted because fuel management in these areas decrease the likelihood of fire starting and its transfer to wildland.
  • Smoking is prohibited except within an enclosed vehicle, building or designated recreation site.
  • Operating an external combustion engine, except a motor vehicle, is prohibited outside designated recreation sites.
  • Motor vehicles are allowed only on established Forest System roads, trails or within designated recreation sites.
  • Welding and operating acetylene or other torches with an open flame is prohibited.
  • Please call (530) 257-9553 for an up-to-date wood cutting status before you leave to harvest fuelwood.
  • Visitors may use stoves, grills ,and lanterns fueled by propane or other liquid petroleum gas (LPG) fuels that meet manufacturerā€™s safety specifications. If you plan to visit the forest, be sure to practice One Less Spark vehicle safety guidelines by securing chains, checking tire pressure and properly maintaining your brakes.

Visit the Lassen National Forest web site at http://www.fs.usda.gov/lassen to learn more about fire restrictions or contact your local Forest Service office.

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