Due to lack of monsoon precipitation, the Coconino and Kaibab national forests will enter Stage 1 campfire and smoking restrictions Friday, Aug. 14 at 8 a.m.
The goal of the fire restrictions is to protect public health by reducing the number of preventable human-caused wildfires.
The Tonto National Forest has been under Stage 1 restrictions since July 31.
Under the restrictions, fires, campfires, charcoal, coal and wood stoves are prohibited, except within a developed recreation site.
Smoking is also prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle, building or a developed recreation site. Using a device that is solely fueled by liquid petroleum or LPG fuels that can be turned on and off is allowed in areas that are barren or cleared of all overhead and surrounding flammable materials within three feet of the device. Fireworks are always prohibited on all national forest lands.