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.
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