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In response to the increasing potential for a wildland fire to start, Los Padres National Forest officials have announced that fire restrictions will be
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· Smoking is prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle, building, or a designated Campfire Use Site, or while stopped in an area at least three feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of all flammable material.
· Internal combustion engines may be operated only on roads or designated trails. This restriction is in effect year-round. Please make sure your engine is tuned, operating properly, and has an approved spark arrester.
· Fireworks – even the “safe and sane” variety – are not permitted at any time or in any location within the forest.
· Recreational target shooting remains prohibited within Los Padres National Forest except for the two areas under special use permit, i.e., Winchester Canyon Gun Club and the Ojai Valley Gun Club.
As the risk of wildfire increases in California, Los Padres National Forest officials decided to raise fire restrictions throughout the forest starting Tuesday.