Yellowstone fire danger reduced to HIGH

The following press release was published by the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service on Sept. 30, 2020. It is reproduced in full below.

* The parkwide wildland fire danger for Yellowstone has been reduced to HIGH.

* Backcountry fire restrictions will be lifted on October 1.

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

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

* Stay informed about current fire activity in Yellowstone.

* For area closures, check the Backcountry Situation Report.

Tags: wildland fire

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