Due to an increase in rainfall over the last several days, the Kaibab National Forest will lift all fire restrictions and the temporary area closure on Bill Williams Mountain at 8:00 a.m. Saturday, June 29, 2024.
Fire managers continually evaluate conditions across the forest to help determine when to implement or rescind fire restrictions. The forest has received enough widespread rain to increase fuel moisture levels and decrease fire danger and the increased moisture and cooler temperatures have reduced the risk of severe fire behavior. The forecast shows these improved conditions continuing.
The public should remain vigilant while visiting the forest, regardless of restriction levels. Leaving your campfire unattended is illegal all year round. Campfires must be dead out – cold to the touch – before you walk away.
Fireworks and explosives are ALWAYS prohibited on National Forest lands.
Forest managers consider several factors when considering fire restrictions or forest closures, including current fire danger and fire activity, local, regional, and national fire preparedness levels, expected weather conditions, availability of firefighting resources, and the economic impacts on businesses and communities. The Kaibab National Forest continues to coordinate with federal, state, tribal and local partners.
For restriction information on state and federally managed lands in AZ visit wildlandfire.az.gov/fire-restrictions. Find restriction information for Coconino County at coconino.az.gov/2595/Fire-Restriction-Information.
Information can also be found on the Kaibab NF website, X, Facebook, Flickr, or by calling the local ranger stations.
