Fire Restrictions in Eagle County
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Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are in effect!
We are NOT automatically moving fire restrictions levels during a Red Flag Warning. Eagle County will remain in current restrictions even during a Red Flag Warning.
We are NOT automatically moving fire restrictions levels during a Red Flag Warning. Eagle County will remain in current restrictions even during a Red Flag Warning.
Map Key: Green = No Fire Restrictions | Yellow = Stage 1 | Red = Stage 2
A "Developed Area" is an area, whether within city limits or rural, that is groomed, manicured and or watered, where grasses, brush and trees are regularly attended to. This includes but is not limited to residential and business areas, improved recreational areas, parks and other common areas.
"Undeveloped Areas" are lands that are not groomed, manicured, or watered; where grasses, brush and trees have been allowed to grow in a natural environment.
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
Campfires are only allowed within constructed permanent enclosures, including designated fire grates in developed campgrounds (i.e., a metal, in-ground containment structure).
No fires of any type, including charcoal, outside of developed and designated areas.
No smoking except within an enclosed vehicle or building, a developed recreation site, or in a barren area free of vegetation.
No use of explosive materials, including explosive targets or incendiary rounds.
No welding or operation of an acetylene or other similar torch with open flame, or any other spark-producing device, except in an area that has been cleared of vegetation and with a fire suppression device.
No operation of any internal combustion engine without a spark-arresting device properly installed and in working order.
No personal fireworks.
Outdoor recreational shooting is permitted only in pre-approved, designated areas.
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions
No open flame, including but not limited to portable outdoor fireplaces, campfires, wood or charcoal grills. Liquid or gas-fueled stoves with shut-off valves may be utilized.
No smoking except within an enclosed vehicle or building, a developed recreation site, or in a barren area free of vegetation
No use of explosive materials, including explosive targets or incendiary rounds.
No welding or operation of an acetylene or other similar torch with open flame, or any other spark-producing device, without a permit. A ‘HOTWORK’ permit can be issued through your local fire department with a site inspection.
No operation of any internal combustion engine without a spark-arresting device properly installed and in working order.
No personal fireworks
No agricultural burning, unless a valid permit has been duly issued by the appropriate fire authorities.
Outdoor recreational shooting is permitted only in pre-approved, designated areas with appropriate mitigation measures and on-site fire suppression equipment. Preapproval must come from your local fire protection districts.
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