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Fire Season 2010 |  |
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From 10 May through 20 October, a shovel and bucket are required for all people igniting fires except in designated, developed campgrounds or when traveling as a pedestrian. The shovel must be round-pointed, at least 24 inches in overall length, and have a 6-inch or wider blade. The "bucket" can be any type of container with at least a 1-gallon capacity. Operators of all motorized vehicles (including passenger cars, trucks, motorcycles, trail bikes, and other similar vehicles) and persons traveling with pack animals must also have a shovel and bucket, except when in designated, developed campgrounds or when traveling on hard-topped or gravel roads. When operating anything with an internal combustion engine, you must have a properly installed, agency-approved spark arrester or an approved factory-type exhaust system. When using a chainsaw, you also need to have a shovel and a fire extinguisher (a liquid chemical type with at least an 8-ounce capacity or a dry chemical type with at least a 1-lb capacity). Learn more about outdoor fire safety and campfire safety....and remember, fireworks are not to be discharged on Idaho's forest or range lands at any time! | |
General information regarding the process for fire restrictions and closures, guidelines for implementation, and a description of Stage I and Stage II fire restriction criteria can be found at the Northern Rockies Coordinating Group's "Restrictions & Closures" page. North Idaho area restriction information can also be found on the NRCG website, or you can view restrictions from other areas within the State of Idaho on the "Idaho Restriction Zones/Areas" interactive map. Please contact your local IDL district office for information regarding burn permits.
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