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When visiting our National Forests and Grasslands remember to always
be aware, alert and cautious. Some visitors have different agendas
besides relaxation, exploration and recreation. These agendas may
include drug production, theft, arson, and other illegal acts. Avoiding
these areas if discovered is the safest course of action. Report
sightings to local law enforcement personnel only after you have
relocated to a safe area.
Illegal border crossers have been suspected of running drugs, injuring
government employees and causing major wildfires. Besides carrying
ammunition and guns, they also can carry tents, propane cylinders
and other flammable agents. Improperly used these items can be sources
of ignition causing forest fires. These illegal inhabitants can
become dangerous if they feel threatened and should be avoided.
Marijuana plots and methamphetamine labs have become frequent sites
in our forests. Those responsible for these illegal plots or labs
are dangerous and should be avoided. If visitors inadvertently come
upon these sites they should immediately depart the area and report
the sighting to law enforcement officers. The chemicals used to
grow or produce these illegal products can be highly combustible
and pose considerable risk to hazards caused by fire and explosion.
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