Lassen National Forest prepares for the oupcoming Independence Day celebrations

June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 swilliams

With Independence Day right around the corner, the Lassen National Forest becomes a popular destination for recreational activities. Forest Service officials urge residents and forest visitors to keep wildfire prevention in mind, particularly during Independence Day celebrations. It only takes one out-of-control campfire or careless individual to ignite a wildfire. Everyone is requested to exercise safety, especially when it comes to camping, cutting fuelwood and even driving in the Forest. Here are a few reminders that will help ensure a safe holiday for your family.

On Monday, July 4, 2022, all the Lassen National Forest offices are closed for the holiday. Forest offices will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, July 5, 2022.
No fireworks of any kind are permitted on the National Forest. Leave them at home.
When dialing 911, during high traffic holiday weekends, especially around Chester and
Lake Almanor, emergency services can be more readily reached on a landline rather than a cell phone.
Never leave a campfire unattended and make sure it’s dead out before you leave it. Use water to drown it out! For more information visit smokeybear.com/en/prevention-how-tos/campfire-safety.
Expect substantial vehicle traffic in and around the Chester and Lake Almanor area, drive defensively.
Local recreation information, books, maps, guides and Forest souvenirs are available in the lobby of all district offices. Ranger District information: fs.usda.gov/detail/lassen/about-forest/offices.
The Lassen National Forest wishes you a safe and happy holiday.