RAY BROOK, N.Y. -
The recent warm, dry weather has created a high fire danger in the Adirondacks.
New York forest rangers say three small wildfires have already scorched about eight acres in the Adirondacks. Fires are always prohibited in the eastern high peaks region, and elsewhere, the state is urging campers to be especially cautious with campfires.
Some tips include:
- Use existing campfire rings when possible and keep fires small.
- Scrape away litter, duff, and any burnable material within a 10 foot diameter circle. This will keep the campfire from spreading.
- Never leave a campfire unattended.
- Drown the fire with water. Make sure all embers, coals, and sticks are wet. Stir the remains, add more water, and stir again.
- Use a cooking stove instead of a campfire to prepare meals.
Click here for more tips from the DEC Fire Safety Outdoor web page.
Click here for more information on wildfire prevention on the NY Firewise web pages.
