LAS VEGAS ( KLAS ) — Stage 1 fire restrictions went into effect for the Spring Mountains nearly a month ago, and U.S. Forest Service officials are reminding people about heavy fines and/or jail time that come with use or possession of fireworks.
The Stage 1 restrictions will remain in effect until the 31st day of December 2024, unless rescinded earlier. A map of areas under fire restrictions in Nevada is available at https://www.nevadafireinfo.org/restrictions .
Mt. Charleston and the surrounding area is part of the Spring Mountains within the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest .
Fines up to $5,000 and/or six months in jail are the penalties for ignoring the law on Forest Service land, and anyone found responsible for starting a wildfire can be held civilly and criminally liable. Fireworks are subject to confiscation.
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“Setting off fireworks in the forest is not only illegal but can also result in wildfires. On average, 87% of all wildfires nationally are caused by humans each year,” Forest Fire Management Officer Gwen Sanchez said.