LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — A fire prevention order will take effect Friday for 48 million acres of federal land across Nevada, prohibiting certain fire-related activities.
The order, issued by the BLM, applies to federally-managed lands, which cover about 63% of the state. The order takes effect May 1.
The fire prevention order prohibits possessing, discharging or using fireworks, pyrotechnic or incendiary devices. The order prohibits possessing, discharging or igniting explosives or explosive material, including binary explosive targets. The order prohibits discharging a firearm using tracer, incendiary or steel-component ammunition. The order prohibits operating or using any internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device which has been properly installed, maintained and is in effective working order.
Individual BLM Nevada districts may impose additional restrictions. Fire restrictions may also vary on public lands managed by other agencies.
Individuals who knowingly and willfully engage in restricted or prohibited activities may face fines and be held responsible for any fire suppression or rehabilitation costs that result from their actions.
The public is encouraged to visit NevadaFireInfo.org/restrictions for a map of current restrictions and review a map of agency jurisdictions in Nevada.
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