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Fire danger reduced to HIGH in Yellowstone National Park

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Fire Danger sign at High

NPS / Jacob W. Frank

News Release Date: September 18, 2025
Contact: Linda Veress

• The parkwide fire danger level for Yellowstone is now HIGH and Stage 1 fire restrictions that went into effect August 12 have been lifted.
• At this time, there are no fire restrictions in place or planned in the park.
• Currently, there are no uncontrolled wildland fires 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

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