Stage I Fire Restrictions remain in effect in Blaine County
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The Blaine County Commissioners would like to remind all Blaine County Residents that Stage I Fire Restrictions remain in effect.
Under Stage I restrictions, the following acts are prohibited:
• Building, maintaining, attending, or using a fire or campfire unless specifically exempted.
• Smoking, except within an enclosed vehicle or building, a developed recreation site or while stopped in an area at least three feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of all flammable materials.
With the continued cooperation of county residents, it is hoped the move to Stage II restrictions can be avoided as many daily operations would then be extremely limited.
As fires have been reported that have been caused by the operation of machinery, we ask that you maintain extreme vigilance when operating internal combustion engines or machinery of any kind. Please secure tow chains when towing a vehicle.
Please note that authorities governing the Upper Missouri Breaks National Monument, including the portion contained within Blaine County, are moving to Stage II restrictions effective 12:01am Friday August 4th, 2017. Stage II restrictions prohibit the following acts between 1:00 p.m. and 1:00 a.m. unless exempted:
• Operating any internal combustion engine.
• Welding, or operating acetylene or other torch with open flame.
• Using an explosive.
A one hour foot patrol in the work area is required following cessation of all activities as identified in these activities
• Operating motorized vehicles off designated roads and trails.
Complete information including exemptions regarding Fire Stage Restrictions can be found at: https://firerestrictions.us
