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(Heads Up) MODERATE fire danger in Yellowstone National Park, June 12, 2023

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Fire danger is moderate

National Park Service

News Release Date: June 12, 2023
Contact: Morgan Warthin, [phone]

• The parkwide fire danger level for Yellowstone is now MODERATE.  
• Currently, there are no active wildland fires in the park.  
• Currently, there are no fire restrictions in place or planned in the park. 
• Campfires are only permitted within established fire rings in campgrounds and some backcountry campsites.    
• Campfires must always be attended and cold to the touch before abandoning. Soak, stir, feel, repeat. 
• The Greater Yellowstone area is a fire-adapted ecosystem. Fire plays an important role in maintaining the health of this area’s wildlife habitat and vegetation.   
• Stay informed about current fire activity in Yellowstone.  

Tags: wildland fire, yellowstone national park

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