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Fire season rules to begin Monday in national forest

Friday, May 9, 2008

High fire season in Los Padres National Forest will begin Monday, when new fire-prevention rules take effect.

The new restrictions include:

• Burn permits for private property in the forest are suspended.

• Campfire permits are required in all areas except designated campfire sites. If a fire is built, burn at least 5 feet away from the nearest vegetation. Always monitor the fire and completely douse before leaving.

• Do not park on grass or other vegetation for fear of exhaust systems starting fires.

• Make sure off-road vehicles and equipment with engines have spark arresters.

For more information, visit http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/lospadres.

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