Shasta-Trinity National Forest implements fire restrictions

This forest Service press release (reproduced in part below) explains current fire restrictions for Shasta-Trinity NF enacted on September 2nd.

With the increased fire risk, forest visitors are reminded to exercise caution when visiting the National Forest. Travelers through the Forest should remain on designated roads and never park on dry brush or grass.

Fire restrictions include:

• No campfires or charcoal fires except inside established campfire sites within Forest Service campgrounds and other developed recreation sites and designated fire safe sites (see video below).
• Campfires will not be allowed in the Yolla Bolla-Middle Eel, Chanchelulla, Castle Crags or Mount Shasta Wildernesses.
• Smoking will be confined to enclosed vehicles or buildings, developed recreation sites and other designated fire-safe sites.
• Use of internal combustion engines is prohibited, except on roads and designated trails. All engines must be equipped with spark-arresting devices.
• Campfire permits are required where campfires are not explicitly prohibited. Campfire permits are free and available at all Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management and CAL FIRE offices. Permits are also available from campground hosts and Forest Service field personnel. The permit must be obtained in person.
• Persons interested in camping outside of designated areas should contact the nearest Forest Service office for instructions, updated fire information, campfire permits and current restrictions.
• Persons in violation of these prohibitions may be subject to a fine, six-months in jail or both. If a person is found to have caused a wildfire he/she may be held liable for firefighting and resource damage costs and any injuries that occur.
• Visitors are encouraged to “Know Before You Go” and call ahead to the local Ranger Station to check on location conditions.

Watch this video for an explanation of fire rules for the forest: