Lake Valley Fire Protection District Prohibits ALL Open Burning and Recreational Fires
Meyers, Calif. June 19, 2025- On Saturday, June 14, 2025, the CAL FIRE AEU suspended burn
permits for the season, and on Monday, June 23, 2025, CALFIRE NEU followed suit, resulting in full
suspension of residential burn permits in the Tahoe Basin. These are the triggers that prompt Lake Valley
Fire Protection District jurisdictions to activate local fire restrictions by suspending all solid fuel
recreational fires and open burning. The suspension takes effect Monday, June 23rd, 8:00 AM and will
remain in effect throughout the remainder of the fire season.
Following the adoption of the 2022 Fire Code, ONLY Natural Gas (NG) or Propane (LPG) outdoor firepits,
barbecues, and pellet grills/smokers are allowed year-round except during Red Flag/critical fire weather
conditions. All these appliances must be utilized following the manufacturer’s recommendations. Openflame
devices such as tiki torches and all fireworks, including sparklers and firecrackers, are illegal in
California year-round. For reports of hazardous/illegal campfires, people should call 9-1-1, and illegal
fireworks activity should be reported to local law enforcement.
All sources of open flames, including Natural Gas (NG) or Propane (LPG) outdoor firepits, barbecues,
and pellet grills/smokers are prohibited during Red Flag/critical fire weather conditions. Red Flag
Watches and Warnings of critical fire weather in the Tahoe Basin are issued by the National Weather
Service, Reno.
Here are some tips to help prepare homes and properties for wildfire:
• Maintain at least 5 feet free of combustible material around each structure.
• For a distance of at least 30 feet from a home, keep the area Lean, Clean, and Green.
• Clear all dead and or dying vegetation 100 feet from all structures.
• Landscape with fire-resistant plants.
• Find alternative ways to dispose of landscape debris through chipping or green waste collection
opportunities.
For additional information on how to create Defensible Space, tips to prevent wildfires, and ways to
prepare for emergencies and evacuations, visit www.TahoeLivingWithFire.com