Stage II fire restrictions hitting Missouri Breaks

From the Blaine County Commission

Authorities governing the Upper Missouri Breaks National Monument, including the portion contained within Blaine County, are moving to Stage II restrictions effective 12:01 a.m. Friday, Aug. 4.

Stage II restrictions prohibit the following acts between 1 p.m. and 1 a.m. unless exempted:

• Operating any internal combustion engine.

• Welding, or operating acetylene or other torch with open flame.

• Using an explosive.

A one-hour foot patrol in the work area is required following cessation of all activities as identified in these activities

• Operating motorized v...