More Fire Restrictions In Wildlife Areas

Early last month the Arizona Game and Fish Department expanded fire restrictions to cover 23 of its wildlife areas.

No open fires are allowed at any of the listed wildlife areas. This includes campfires, barbecue grills using charcoal or wood, or any other use of open fires.

No smoking is allowed anywhere, except within a vehicle. Please use your ashtray. Propane cook stoves, heating devices, and lanterns are allowed  for use in designated camping areas only.

The following wildlife areas are affected:

* Allen Severson Memorial Wildlife Area
* Alamo Wildlife Area
* Arlington Wildlife Area
* Base and Meridian Wildlife Area
* Becker Lake Wildlife Area
* Chevelon Canyon Ranches Wildlife Area
* Chevelon Creek Wildlife Area
* Colorado River Natural Center Wildlife Area
* House Rock Wildlife Area
* Jacques Marsh Wildlife Area
* Lamar Haines Wildlife Area
* Mittry Lake Wildlife Area
* Powers Butte Wildlife Area
* Quigley Wildlife Area
* Raymond Ranch Wildlife Area
* Robbins Butte Wildlife Area
* Roosevelt Lake Wildlife Area
* Sunflower Flat Wildlife Area
* Springerville Marsh Wildlife Area
* Three Bar Wildlife Area
* Upper Verde Wildlife Area
* Wenima Wildlife Area
* White Mountain Grasslands Wildlife Area