Arizona Game and Fish institutes fire restrictions at 11 wildlife areas

The Arizona Game and Fish Department instituted fire restrictions at 11 of its wildlife areas in the state starting May 23. The affected areas are:

Alamo 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
Roosevelt Lake Wildlife Area
Three Bar Wildlife Area
Upper Verde Wildlife Area
The following restrictions apply at those areas:

No open fires are allowed, including campfires, barbecue grills using charcoal or wood, or any other use of open fires.


No smoking is allowed, except within a vehicle. Please use your ashtray.


Propane cook stoves, heating devices and lanterns are allowed for use in designated camping areas only.
The restrictions will remain in effect until further notice.