Recent rains prompt officials to open most Santa Fe National forest areas

Just in time for the July 4 holiday, the Santa Fe National Forest is reopening most of its forest areas. Recent rains have decreased the fire danger, prompting the decision to reopen the forests, according to a news release.

But forest users are urged to continue to use caution and some restrictions remain in place, including a total prohibition of fireworks on forest system lands.

The forest service will re-evaluate its decision on which forest areas remain closed after the holiday, said Paul Orozco, a fire management officer for the Santa Fe National Forest.

To read a forest service news release, click here. For more information on the latest closures and restrictions, go to http://www.fs.fed.us/r3/fire online.

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