The Bureau of Land Management announced that due to the recent rainfall and a forecast showing more to come, it is lifting its seasonal fire restrictions on public lands throughout central Arizona. The decision covers multiple counties.
The BLM also announced that starting Friday, several Phoenix District shooting sites will be open.
The bureau encourages people to be aware of fire regulations and restrictions before starting any fires, and also reminds people that fireworks and explosive targets are illegal on any BLM-managed land.
More Arizona Wildfires News
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The Grand Canyon National Park’s South Rim is now under Stage 1 fire restrictions, meaning visitors are allowed to light camp fires in designated areas at maintained campgrounds. -
Officials have lifted fire restrictions for the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests, citing increased moisture and cooler temperatures. -
The state’s two largest fires, the Sycamore and Pocket fires, are approaching containment. But state officials warn that risks could persist as monsoon activity is beginning to pick up. -
Communities in Colorado and Utah are reporting drops in tourism as fires burn nearby and smoke floats in. -
This year's already strong El Niño is strengthening, a trend with potentially significant implications for the intense – and now tragic – fire season.
