Proclamation Suspending Burn Permits and Open Burning Effective June 1, 2024

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT of FORESTRY and FIRE PROTECTION

SAN BERNARDINO / INYO / MONO UNIT

PROCLAMATION SUSPENDING BURN PERMITS AND OPEN BURNING EFFECTIVE: June 1, 2024 at 0800 Hours

San Bernardino, CA – With a recent increase in fire activity, higher temperatures, lower fuel moistures, and minimal precipitation in the forecast, the extreme threat of wildfire impacting life, property, or natural resources is observable.

“The abundant grass crop and vegetation landscape present a significant hazard for fire start and spread. I urge all residents to adhere to defensible space requirements and to keep your families and homes wildfire resilient.” Unit Chief – Shane Littlefield.

Thereby with the authority vested in me by the Director of the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection as per section 4423.1 of the Public Resources Code; I hereby suspend, except within the incorporated cities, the privileges of burning by permit and other uses of open fire in the geographic area described as:

ALL STATE RESPONSIBILITY AREA LANDS WITHIN SAN BERNARDINO, INYO, AND MONO COUNTIES

Campfires within organized campgrounds or on private property that are otherwise permitted will be allowed if the campfire is maintained in such a manner as to prevent its spread to the wildland and other private property. In accordance with section 4423.2 of the Public Resources Code, state rangers or other authorized agents of the Director of Forestry and Fire Protection may issue restricted temporary burning permits whenever it can be shown that burning or use of open fire is essential for reasons of public health, safety, or welfare.

This order shall become effective at 0800 hours on June 1, 2024, and remain in effect until I formally terminate this proclamation.

Shane Littlefield
Unit Chief – San Bernardino / Inyo / Mono Unit

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