Yellowstone fire danger level lowered to "moderate"

Yellowstone fire danger level lowered to "moderate"

The following press release was published by the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service on Sept. 9, 2019. It is reproduced in full below.

* The parkwide fire danger level for Yellowstone is now moderate.

* Please update reports and the fire danger signs.

* There are no fire restrictions currently in place in the park.

* All campfires must be cold to the touch before abandoning. Soak, stir, feel, repeat.

* Campfires are only permitted within established fire rings in campgrounds and some backcountry campsites.

* The Greater Yellowstone area is a fire-adapted ecosystem. Fire plays an important role in maintaining the health of this area’s wildlife habitat and vegetation.

* Stay informed about current fire activity in Yellowstone.

Tags: wildland fire

Source: U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service

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