Tonto National Forest implements Stage II Fire Restrictions and Emergency Recreational Shooting Order, beginning June 30, 2026 at 8 a.m. PROHIBITIONSPursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50 (a) and (b), the following are prohibited on the National Forest System (NFS) lands, roads, and trails in the Tonto National Forest, described in …
As temperatures begin to rise across Tonto National Forest and the desert landscape dries out, residents and visitors alike enter one of the most dangerous times of year: wildfire season. In Arizona, it only takes a single spark — from a trailer chain dragging on pavement, an unattended campfire, or even dry grass touching hot …
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Community education and outreach are vital components of a fire department’s mission to protect and serve the public. Here’s how a fire department can effectively engage in community education and outreach: 1. Fire Safety Education Programs 2. Smoke Detector Installation and Maintenance 3. Emergency Preparedness Training 4. Fire Station Open Houses 5. Public Awareness Campaigns …