U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIORBUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT
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News ReleaseFor Release: June 18, 2008 Fire Officials Stress Caution for July Fourth HolidayPossession and Use of Fireworks Illegal on Public Lands and National ForestsNortheast California fire officials are reminding area residents and visitors to be careful with fire and fireworks when they celebrate Independence Day. "Conditions are very dry. People need to be extremely careful when camping, driving in the back country and cutting fire wood," said Jim Hedges, a co-manager of the Susanville Interagency Fire Center. Hedges stressed that possession and use of all fireworks, including those approved by the State of California and sold at fireworks stands, are illegal in national forests, national parks and on public lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management. County and city governments have various regulations regarding fireworks, and holiday revelers should be familiar with local laws before purchasing or using the devices. Those planning camping trips should also follow basic fire safety tips:
Those exploring the forests and back country in vehicles must stay on established roads and trails, and avoid driving over dry brush and grass that could be ignited by hot exhaust systems. Firewood cutters should operate chainsaws only in the cool morning hours and keep a shovel and fire extinguisher nearby. Chainsaws must be equipped with spark arresters. Information on current fire dangers is available from any office of the Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, or CAL FIRE. Local fire departments also have information on fire dangers and restrictions, and local fireworks regulations. SIFC Command Center Fifth and Cedar Streets Susanville, CA 96130Susanville Interagency Fire Center
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