September 20, 1998
Phone: (360) 891-5146
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| For Immediate Release September 20, 1998 |
Contacts:
Sandy Spurling Phone: (360) 891-5146 |
VANCOUVER, WA- Fire restrictions have been lifted on the Gifford Pinchot National Forest,
Forest Supervisor Ted Stubblefield said today. The restrictions were lifted as of noon Friday, Sept. 18.
The restrictions:
Allowed campfires only in designated campgrounds and picnic areas. A campfire fueled by charcoal is considered an open fire. "Warming" fires outside a designated campground were prohibited by this fire restriction.
Restricted smoking to enclosed vehicles, buildings, and developed or cleared areas.
Stubblefield urged continued caution with fire.
Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Revised: 09/21/98