Fire restrictions in place at some wildlife areas

PHOENIX – If you are visiting the state’s diverse outdoors this Memorial Day holiday weekend, keep in mind that some agencies have implemented fire restrictions, including the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD).

For the latest updates on fire restrictions in Arizona, visit the Public Lands Information Center at http://www.publiclands.org/firenews/AZ.php.

The Game and Fish Department has implemented restrictions at:

* Alamo Lake Wildlife Area;
* Aravaipa Wildlife Area;
* Arlington Wildlife Area;
* Base and Meridian Wildlife Area;
* Colorado River Nature Center Wildlife Area;
* Mittry Lake Wildlife Area;
* Powers Butte Wildlife Area;
* Quigley Wildlife Area;
* Robbins Butte Wildlife Area;
* Three Bar Wildlife Area;
* Upper Verde Wildlife Area;

In those affected wildlife areas, no open fires are allowed – including charcoal-burning barbecues. Smoking, except within an enclosed vehicle, is prohibited. However, you can still use gas and propane stoves, lanterns or heating devices.