In light of hot, dry weather conditions, high winds, and increasing fire danger, Joshua Tree National Park in California has imposed restrictions on wood burning and charcoal fires across the entire park, including all campgrounds, backcountry sites, and residential areas.
Fire restrictions prohibit the following:
- Wood burning and charcoal fires, including campfires, warming fires, and charcoal barbeques. The use of liquid petroleum or LPG-fueled devices that can be turned on and off, such as stoves, lanterns, or heating devices are allowed if used in an area that is barren or cleared of all flammable materials within 3 feet of the device.
- Smoking within 10 feet of vegetation.
- The use of generators is restricted to only units with approved spark arrestors used at least three feet or more on all sides from flammable materials such as grass.
- Fireworks, explosives, and any other incendiary devices are always prohibited on public lands.
Park staff says the current invasive grass growth in the park is three times greater than average, which adds significant fire risk as grass can carry fire quickly and widely, spreading it to other, denser vegetation. The fire restrictions will reduce the risk of fire, to promote public health and safety, and to protect resources during this time.
The restrictions are to remain in effect until October 1 or until park managers have determined that fire danger levels have subsided.
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