NEVADA CITY, Calif. (Nov. 4, 2024) — Fire restrictions on the Tahoe National Forest will be lifted, effective Nov. 5, 2024. The lifting of these restrictions only applies to national forest lands on the Tahoe National Forest.
“This year has been unseasonably dry on the Tahoe National Forest and the risk of wildfire is year-round,” said Tahoe National Forest Fire Management Officer Kyle Jacobson. “While lately we have experienced favorable weather and fuels conditions allowing us to lift fire restrictions, we ask those wishing to have a campfire on the forest, to do so safely and responsibly.”
Always remember:
Campfire permits are free and available online at www.readyforwildfire.org and at U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management or CAL FIRE offices.
The Tahoe National Forest implemented fire restrictions on July 1, 2024. This year alone, there have been 71 wildfires on the forest—52 of those fires were human-caused.
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“This year has been unseasonably dry on the Tahoe National Forest and the risk of wildfire is year-round,” said Tahoe National Forest Fire Management Officer Kyle Jacobson. “While lately we have experienced favorable weather and fuels conditions allowing us to lift fire restrictions, we ask those wishing to have a campfire on the forest, to do so safely and responsibly.”
Always remember:
- To have a campfire outside of a designated developed recreation area, a valid California Campfire Permit is required.
- Attend your campfire at all times and clear all flammable material away from the fire at a minimum of five feet is all directions.
- Never build a fire on a windy day.
- Make sure your campfire is completely out. Drown it with water and stir with dirt, making sure all burned materials are extinguished. Feel with your hand to make sure it’s out cold.
- The use of fireworks and all other pyrotechnic devices are always illegal on federal lands.
Campfire permits are free and available online at www.readyforwildfire.org and at U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management or CAL FIRE offices.
The Tahoe National Forest implemented fire restrictions on July 1, 2024. This year alone, there have been 71 wildfires on the forest—52 of those fires were human-caused.
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USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender.
