WILLIAMS — Due to an increase in rainfall over the last several days, the Kaibab National Forest will lift all fire restrictions at 8:00 a.m. Thursday, September 4, 2025.
Fire managers continually evaluate conditions across the forest to help determine when to implement and rescind fire restrictions. The forest has received enough widespread rain to increase fuel moisture and decrease the risk of severe fire.
To help prevent human-caused fires, forest visitors should always be vigilant while visiting the forest, regardless of restriction levels.
- Leaving your campfire unattended is illegal all year round. Campfires must be dead out – cold to the touch – before walking away.
- Fireworks and explosives are prohibited on National Forest lands.
- Do not drive or park on dry grass. Hot exhaust pipes or sparks can start a fire.
- When pulling a trailer, be sure safety chains and other metal parts aren’t hanging from your vehicle – loose chains can drag and cause sparks.
- Never discard cigarette butts on the ground or in vegetation. Fully extinguish cigarette butts before throwing them away.
As a reminder, the White Sage & Dragon Bravo Fires Temporary Area Closure is in effect for public health and safety.
For restriction information on state and federally managed lands in AZ, visit wildlandfire.az.gov/fire-restrictions. Find restriction information for Coconino County at coconino.az.gov/2595/Fire-Restriction-Information.