Not as Big of a Ban as You May Have Thought
Posted August 1, 2013 at 4:00 pm by Tim Dustrude
Just got this notice from Fire Marshall Steve Marler:
A recent press release from the Department of Natural Resources announced a prohibition on any open fires on any lands protected by DNR. Unfortunately, the notice left many with the impression that the burn ban was all encompassing. In actuality, it applies only to unimproved forest land. Campgrounds, parks and private residences are not affected.
Please note that the State Parks System, HAS decided to prohibit campfires. However, that was their decision, not a request from the County Fire Marshal’s Office. Any campground operator may limit or prohibit campfires at any time and for any reason within their facilities. This press release (PDF) is a statement of the County Fire Marshal’s Office position on recreational fires.
Everyone is asked to be very cautious with any outdoor fire. However, the current level of fire risk throughout San Juan County does not warrant an outright ban of open fires. Hopefully, the attached press release will help the community understand the current level of fire risk.
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