Live fire restrictions & Red Flag Warnings · National Weather Service
🔴 Red Flag Warning
Critical fire weather — extreme danger, high winds, low humidity. Burning is typically banned statewide and by county.
🟠 Fire Weather Watch
Dangerous conditions developing within 24–72 hrs. Monitor for upgrade to Red Flag Warning and imminent restrictions.
⚠️ County bans may differ
Arizona county burn bans and USFS Stage 1–3 restrictions are separate — always confirm with your local fire authority.
Checking Arizona fire-weather alerts…
The NWS map above shows fire-weather alerts — for the legally binding burn ban status, go directly to the official Arizona source:
Arizona DFFMStatewide fire restrictionsOpen official source ↗Also check your county government website — a county burn ban can be in effect even when Arizona has no statewide restriction.
🚫 Prohibited
✓ Usually Still Allowed
Always confirm with the issuing agency — specific orders vary.
County burn bans in Arizona are issued separately from state-level restrictions — a county can be under a burn ban even when the rest of the state is not. County commissioners, the county fire marshal, or the county judge typically issue these orders, and they are not reflected in NWS alerts shown on the map above.
The Arizona Interagency Wildfire Prevention site (wildlandfire.az.gov) aggregates current fire restrictions for state trust lands, federal lands, and tribal lands in one place. The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management (DFFM) also publishes restriction orders at dffm.az.gov/newsroom/fire-restrictions; county and municipal restrictions require visiting individual county websites.
Arizona County Burn Bans — AZ Interagency Wildfire PreventionView county map ↗Federal land managers use a tiered system that escalates as fire danger increases. Stage restrictions apply only to the land they are issued for — your county may have a separate burn ban on private land.
Open burning prohibited. Campfires may still be allowed in designated fire rings at developed campgrounds. Portable gas and pressurized-liquid stoves are typically allowed in cleared areas.
All open fires prohibited — including campfires in developed campgrounds. Gas stoves may be allowed in cleared areas. Chainsaw use and motorized off-road vehicles restricted.
Maximum restriction before full closure. All fires may be prohibited. Motorized vehicle use off designated roads, shooting, and spark-producing tools are typically banned.
State or county-level complete ban on all open burning — campfires, burn barrels, brush and agricultural burning. Gas and propane grills for cooking are usually still allowed.
Area is fully closed — no public access or fire-related activity of any kind is permitted.
Typically equivalent to Stage 1. Open burning prohibited; campfires in developed campgrounds may still be allowed. Common on BLM land in NV, OR, and ID.
Agency-specific restriction with unique terms. Always read the specific order from the issuing land management office — scope varies significantly.
Oregon ODF Industrial Fire Precaution Level — applies to industrial operations (logging, equipment) on ODF-protected state and private forestland. IFPL I is the lowest level; IFPL IV is the most restrictive. Separate from USFS campfire restrictions.
Restriction scope and exact prohibitions vary by agency and order. Always confirm with the issuing land management office or visit the official source linked above.
Arizona's open burn permit system is managed by ADEQ (Arizona Department of Environmental Quality). Permits are free and available 24/7 online at azdeq.gov/OpenBurn; a confirmation is issued instantly and is valid for one year. Permits are required for weed abatement, fire hazard prevention, and instruction burns not conducted by a public officer. Open burning must occur at least 50 feet from the nearest structure during hours specified in the permit.
Get Arizona burning permit ↗Or call the Arizona forestry hotline: (602) 771-1400
Arizona's peak fire danger historically ran from April through mid-June before the North American Monsoon arrives — fires in the Sonoran Desert start early April while higher-elevation forests above the Mogollon Rim peak in May and June. The monsoon (mid-June through September) typically reduces fire spread but brings dry lightning ignitions and outflow winds. There is no longer a fixed fire season; invasive grasses in the Sonoran Desert have created year-round ignition risk.
Statewide or regional burn bans and open-burning suspensions on state and private land.
County-wide burn bans — the level that most often affects homeowners and is easy to miss.
Stage 1–3 fire restrictions and closures on national forests, parks, and other federal land.
Municipal open-burning rules, fireworks bans, and local red-flag restrictions.
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The live map and status strip above show active Red Flag Warnings and Fire Weather Watches from the National Weather Service for Arizona. For the legally binding answer, check the official Arizona source: Arizona DFFM at https://wildlandfire.az.gov/fire-restrictions. Also confirm with your county — a county burn ban can be in effect even when no statewide restriction exists.
During an active burn ban, Arizona prohibits: Stage 1: Building, maintaining, attending, or using any fire, campfire, charcoal, coal, or wood stove outside of a developed campsite or picnic area; Stage 1: Smoking except inside an enclosed vehicle, building, developed recreation site, or in an area 3 feet in diameter cleared of flammable material; Stage 2: All campfires including in developed campgrounds and fire rings; Stage 2: Chainsaw use from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Stage 2: Discharging a firearm, air rifle, or gas gun except during a lawful hunt; Stage 2: Operating any internal combustion engine, welding, or using any open-flame torch; Stage 2: Using explosive devices of any kind. Typically still allowed: Devices fueled solely by liquid petroleum (LPG) or propane with an on/off shutoff valve, used in an area cleared of flammable material within 3 feet; Campfires in developed campsites (Stage 1 only, not Stage 2); Smoking inside enclosed vehicles or buildings (both stages); Lawful hunting and discharge of firearms during active hunting season (Stage 2 exemption). Always verify the specific order with Arizona DFFM — prohibited activities can vary by jurisdiction and restriction level.
Gas and propane grills used for cooking on private residential property are typically allowed during a Arizona burn ban. Charcoal grills may be permitted in calm conditions but check the specific order. Wood-fired grills, outdoor fire pits, and campfires are usually prohibited. Always verify with Arizona DFFM before lighting anything.
Multiple authorities can issue burn bans in Arizona independently: Arizona DFFM for statewide or regional orders; Board of Supervisors (with interim orders signed by the Board Chair) for county-wide bans that affect most homeowners; federal land managers (U.S. Forest Service, BLM, NPS) for Stage 1–3 restrictions on federal land; and cities or local fire districts for additional local rules. A county burn ban can be active even with no statewide restriction — always check both.
Burn bans in Arizona have no fixed duration — they are issued when fire danger is high and lifted when conditions improve, which can happen overnight or persist for weeks during drought. Red Flag Warnings from the NWS typically last 24–48 hours. State and county burn bans are lifted separately. Check the issuing agency daily during dry, windy conditions.
Arizona's peak fire danger historically ran from April through mid-June before the North American Monsoon arrives — fires in the Sonoran Desert start early April while higher-elevation forests above the Mogollon Rim peak in May and June. The monsoon (mid-June through September) typically reduces fire spread but brings dry lightning ignitions and outflow winds. There is no longer a fixed fire season; invasive grasses in the Sonoran Desert have created year-round ignition risk.
Arizona's open burn permit system is managed by ADEQ (Arizona Department of Environmental Quality). Permits are free and available 24/7 online at azdeq.gov/OpenBurn; a confirmation is issued instantly and is valid for one year. Permits are required for weed abatement, fire hazard prevention, and instruction burns not conducted by a public officer. Open burning must occur at least 50 feet from the nearest structure during hours specified in the permit.
Violating a Arizona burn ban can result in: Violating a fire ban order on public property (ARS 13-2913): Class 2 misdemeanor — up to 4 months jail and/or up to $750 fine; Unlawful open burning first offense under 24 hours (ARS 49-501): civil penalty up to $500; Unlawful open burning (air quality violation): Class 1 misdemeanor — up to 6 months jail and/or up to $2,500 fine; Reckless burning (ARS 13-1702): Class 1 misdemeanor — up to 6 months jail and/or up to $2,500 fine; Liable for full suppression costs if fire escapes.
Sign up for free FireRisk.ai fire alerts below — we'll notify you when the NWS issues a Red Flag Warning for your area of Arizona. For county burn ban alerts, register with your county emergency management system (Nixle, Everbridge, or your county's sign-up page). Monitor Arizona DFFM at https://wildlandfire.az.gov/fire-restrictions for statewide orders.
FireRisk.ai aggregates live fire-weather alerts from the National Weather Service and links to official Arizona agency sources. Burn ban status changes daily — always confirm with the official source and your county before any outdoor burning. This page is for awareness only and is not an official or legal notice. For fire emergencies call 911.
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