Fire restrictions put in place due to dry conditions

Starting on Thursday fire restrictions will be put in place on Bureau of Land Management lands within the Colorado River District.

It is advised that visitors check for updates on local weather and fire conditions because local closures and restrictions could change.

The following are prohibited:

Building, maintaining, attending, or using a fire, campfire, charcoal, coal, or wood stove other than in a developed campsite or picnic area where agency-built campfire rings and grills are provided.

Smoking, except within an enclosed vehicle or building, or in a developed recreation site at least six feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of all flammable materials.

Welding or the use of any torch, metal cutting or grinding implement.

Fireworks, exploding targets and incendiary devices (prohibited year-round).

Kingman Field Office Only: Discharging a firearm except while engaged in a lawful hunt pursuant to state, federal or tribal laws and regulations.

Anyone who violates the regulations could be fined up to $1,000 or imprisoned for up to 12 months. They will also be liable for any damages.