COLORADO SPRINGS, CO — The Colorado Springs Fire Department announced that a burn restriction that has been in effect since Sept. 13, 2021, has been rescinded.
According to the department, the restriction was lifted due to several factors.
The department said COVID-19 infections have dropped significantly which allows regional fire agencies to stabilize their workforce.
Recent storm systems have also provided additional moisture, helping reduce vegetation ignitability.
The moisture of hazardous vegetation has been maintained due to cold weather.
Another factor includes the fact that Colorado is entering its two historically higher precipitation months.
The Colorado Springs Fire Department remains at its normal cautious stance and has additional resources on its website.
Effective at noon today, February 25, 2022, the burn restrictions that have been in effect since September 13, 2021 are being rescinded. For more resources visit: https://t.co/zQF3i5VR6t#ColoradoSpringsFire #outdoorfire #firesafety pic.twitter.com/PZg3O9ermP
— CSFD PIO (@CSFDPIO) February 25, 2022
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