FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff will move back to Stage 1 Fire Restrictions. Effective Friday, July 14 at 8:00 a.m.
Stage One includes the following:
- No permits are issued for open burning within the City of Flagstaff.
- Use of charcoal barbecue grills is prohibited at Thorpe Park, McMillan Mesa Park, McPherson Park, Buffalo Park, Observatory Mesa, Picture Canyon Natural Area and private Campgrounds.
- No smoking at Thorpe Park, McMillan Mesa Park, McPherson Park, Buffalo Park, Disc Golf Courses, Flagstaff Urban Trail System (FUTS), Observatory Mesa or Picture Canyon Natural Area.
- Open fire pits and open flame devices (like chimineas) etc. are prohibited (even those with a spark arrestor screen) within the City of Flagstaff.
- Gas grills and portable gas stoves that have an on /off switch are still allowed in City parks and private campgrounds.
Stage 1 has been in effect since June 15. For more information on all fire restriction stages visit http://www.flagstaff.az.gov/index.aspx?NID=2981.