County fire restrictions enacted

Sweetwater County is currently in Stage One Fire Restrictions and Sweetwater County Fire Warden Mike Bournazian predicts these restrictions could extend through the summer.

Under the restrictions, fireworks are prohibited; campfires are only allowed at residences or campsites with a fire ring centered within a minimum of a 15-foot radius cleared of burnable materials; charcoal fires within enclosed grills are permitted; and several other activities that could start a fire, including the use of welding materials and portable stoves, should also be within a minimum of a 15-foot radius cleared of...

 

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