Changing weather conditions have prompting Lassen National Forest officials to lift fire restrictions as of today, October 20th.
This means that forest visitors may once again have campfires outside of developed campgrounds and recreation sites, although campfire permits are still required. Fire officials remind forest visitors to keep campfires small and be sure they are dead out and cold to the touch before leaving camp.
The lifting of restrictions also rescinds the ‘hoot owl’ provision, which means chainsaws no longer have a 1:00p.m. shutdown time and may now be used all day on Lassen National Forest lands. Woodcutters must have valid woodcutting permits, and their chainsaws must be equipped with spark arresters.
“Although fire restrictions are being lifted, conditions remain dry in many areas and fire danger still exists,” said Dave Hays, Forest Supervisor for the Lassen National Forest. “California remains in an historic drought, and cooperation from the public regarding the safe use of fire and equipment is critical,” added Hays.
For more information, you may contact any Forest office:
- Forest Headquarters              (530) 257-2151
- Almanor Ranger District        (530) 258-2141
- Eagle Lake Ranger District    (530) 257-4188
- Hat Creek Ranger District     (530) 336-5521
