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Fire restrictions to be lifted on San Juan National Forest

Hikers make their way along Elbert Creek Trail. Fire restrictions on the San Juan National Forest will be rescinded Thursday. Beginning Thursday, visitors to the forest may have a campfire.

With the onset of monsoon season and the majority of the San Juan National Forest receiving measurable rainfall, fire danger has moderated.

Fire restrictions on the San Juan National Forest will be rescinded Thursday. Beginning Thursday, visitors to the forest may have a campfire.

In spite of the rain and increased humidity, San Juan National Forest officials remind visitors to always practice fire safety.

Visitors are encouraged to practice these principles of outdoor fire safety:

Clear all flammable material within 3 feet of campfire ringsMake a fire only if you have a shovel and sufficient water to put it out.Never leave a fire unattended.Keep fires small and manageable.Extinguish fires completely. If it’s too hot to touch, it’s too hot to leave. Every campfire should be put dead out before leaving it.For information, call 247-4874.

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