PHOENIX (AP) -- Drought conditions, hot temperatures and increased fire danger. It means conditions exist for catastrophic wildfires.
The Tonto National Forest will begin implementing fire restrictions Thursday.
Most types of fire or fire-causing activities across the entire Tonto National Forest will be restricted.
Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire or charcoal-burning device is prohibited.
Restrictions also apply to smoking outside of a cleared area, operating internal combustion power tools and using welding equipment or torches with open flames.
Use of petroleum-fueled stoves, lanterns, and heating devices are allowed where designated.
