Douglas County and the Town of Castle Rock lifted fire restrictions Tuesday following recent rainfall across the area, officials announced.
“While we have seen an increase in moisture in the last few days, community members are encouraged to be vigilant as the danger of fire is always present,” Douglas County officials said in a statement.
The county first implemented Stage 1 fire restrictions in December amid historically low rain and snowfall totals. The restrictions prohibited open burning and the use of fireworks, with violations carrying penalties of up to a $1,000 fine…