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DENVER — Officials from at least three Colorado counties have implemented Stage 1 fire restrictions with the hope of lowering the risk of wildfires due to low humidity and expected hot temperatures, which can up the chances of fire danger over the next several days.Stage 1 fire restrictions help land management agencies prevent wildfires during “periods of high to extreme fire danger,” according to fire officials.
How do land management agencies prevent wildfires during periods of high to extreme fire danger? By banning certain activities which could spark a fire.Whoa. That seems like a lot. Are there any exceptions?Fires are allowed in constructed, permanent fire pits or fire grates within developed Forest Service camp and picnic grounds or recreation sites and petroleum-fueled stoves, lanterns or eating devices that meet the factor underwriter’s specifications for safety.
Any federal, state or local officer, or member of an organized rescue or fire fighting force in the performance of an official duty is exempt from Prohibitions #1, #3, #4 and #5.
The maximum penalty for violating a restriction order is $5,000 for individuals and $10,000 for corporations and/or 6 months imprisonment. The maximum penalty would be imposed by the Federal Magistrate following a court appearance. The Follow Up What do you want Denver7 to follow up on? Is there a story, topic or issue you want us to revisit? Let us know with the contact form below.
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