Recission related to closures on BLM-administered public lands. ST. GEORGE, UT —The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Arizona Strip District is rescinding the fire closure order south of the Vermilion Cliffs National Monument due to decreased fire threats and activities related to the Dragon Bravo Fire. The recission of the road closures includes all BLM- administered […]
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Permits for holiday tree cutting now available
Permits can be obtained both online and in person ST. GEORGE, Utah— Many of today’s families still enjoy the age-old tradition of roaming the hills together on a cold winter’s day in search of a unique, naturally grown Christmas tree. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is offering permits to harvest Christmas trees now through […]
Wildfire Fact Sheet – Cox Pond Fire
Arizona Strip District fire resources are suppressing the Cox Pond Fire. The lightning-caused fire was reported on the afternoon of Aug. 5. on the Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument. The fire started in a remote area with limited access. It is burning in heavy brush and is estimated at 150 acres. Start Date: August 5, […]
Prescribed fire planned for public lands on the Arizona Strip
ST. GEORGE, Utah—To decrease the risk of future wildfires and protect cultural and natural resources, the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Arizona Strip District is planning to burn slash debris located 75 miles south of St. George, Utah near Twin Point. Depending upon conditions, the burns will begin mid March 2024 and last through April […]