Fire restrictions begin Monday, May 7, on state lands in Pima County

Because of the high risk of wildfire in southeastern Arizona, including Pima County, the Arizona State Forestry Division is restricting campfires on state land beginning at 8 a.m. May 7, 2012 and continuing until further notice.

The restrictions bar the use of charcoal-burning devices and the use of acetylene and other torches. They also prohibit smoking outdoors. Anyone who smokes must remain inside a vehicle or a building, or a developed campground area that has been cleared of all flammable material. The restrictions also prohibit use of fireworks.

The restrictions were ordered because of increasing fire danger and wildfire activity in southeastern Arizona, including Pima County. They include all Arizona State Trust Lands and Arizona Department of Transportation Lands and these Arizona State Parks:

Catalina State Park in Pima County
Arivaca Lake and Land in Pima County
Santa Rita Wildlife Area in Pima County
Three Points Shooting Range in Pima County
Tucson Mountain Wildlife Area in Pima County
Kartchner Caverns State Park in Cochise County
Roper Lake State Park in Graham County
Picacho State Park in Pinal County
Patagonia State Park in Santa Cruz County
Sonoita Creek State Natural Area in Santa Cruz County
San Rafael State Natural Area in Santa Cruz County