FLAGSTAFF — In cooperation with the U.S. Forest Service on the Coconino and Kaibab National Forests, at 8 a.m. on Friday, July 26, 2024, Coconino County downgraded from Stage 1 fire restrictions in place since June 28 in unincorporated communities and recreation areas in the county. 

Coconino County uses fire restrictions to help prevent unwanted, human-caused fires. Implementation of fire restrictions occurs based on a combination of factors that are carefully measured. Criteria used to determine when to implement or downgrade restrictions includes current and predicted weather, fuel moisture, fire activity levels, and available firefighting resources.

“The monsoon flow is now in place and should continue to provide moisture and elevated levels of relative humidity,” said Coconino County Director of Emergency Management Wes Dison. “Although conditions now warrant a downgrade, the County will continue to coordinate with partners for any future restrictions.”

Residents and visitors are encouraged to remain vigilant as even isolated fires can pose a public safety hazard. All are encouraged to exercise caution in their activities and when operating outdoor cooking appliances, barbecue grills, and vehicles. 

For information on Coconino County’s Stage 1, 2, and 3 fire restrictions, as well as information on all Arizona state and federal fire restrictions including an interactive map, please visit www.coconino.az.gov/firerestrictions.

Additional information about the stages of fire restrictions, Forest Orders, and general forest conditions are available for the Kaibab National Forest at fs.usda.gov/kaibab and the Coconino National Forest at fs.usda.gov/coconino.