05/29/2025
Fire restrictions begin Friday on Coconino National Forest
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz., May 28, 2025 — The Coconino National Forest will implement Stage 1 fire and smoking restrictions 8 a.m., Friday, May 30, to help prevent human-caused fires and to limit the potential for catastrophic wildfires during periods of dangerous fire weather conditions.
Under Stage 1 restrictions, fires, campfires, charcoal, coal, wood stoves and smudge pots are prohibited, except within a developed recreation site. Smoking is also prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle, building or an official developed recreation site.
Using a device that is solely fueled by pressurized liquid petroleum, propane or LPG fuels that can be turned on and off is allowed in areas that are barren or cleared of all overhead and surrounding flammable materials within 3 feet of the device. (More info at https://www.fs.usda.gov/r03/coconino/fire/prevention/restrictions)
Decisions about fire restrictions are based on a combination of carefully measured factors. Criteria used to determine when to implement restrictions include current and predicted weather, fuel moisture, fire activity levels, enduring drought and available firefighting resources.
Additional restrictions could be forthcoming if conditions warrant. Fire restrictions typically remain in effect until the area receives significant, widespread precipitation.
Violations could result in mandatory appearance in a federal court, fines or jail time.
Additionally, the public is reminded that fireworks are always prohibited on all national forests.
Coconino County Emergency Management Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management Coconino County Sheriff's Office Highlands Fire District Flagstaff Fire Department Flagstaff City Government Sedona Fire Yavapai County Sheriff's Office
