For guests visiting from all over the world it is important to realize that the ecosystem here in Jackson is very different from many other places. Our forests do not receive a lot of moisture and our air is of a very low humidity. These conditions allow for wildfires to spark easily and to burn extremely fast. The eclipse occurs in August which is prime fire season here. Usually forest fires are caused by lightning but with this many visitors who may not know the rules there is a potential for a human caused fire. Natural fires happen every year, but human caused fires are dangerous as it can be in unexpected areas and endanger thousands of acres of forests and people’s lives.
Mientras esté aquí, es muy importante que respete las reglas. Si existe una prohibición de incendios actualmente en vigor, está ahí para protegerlo a usted y a nuestro ecosistema. No tire las colillas al aire libre. Si no hay prohibición de incendios y se permiten las fogatas, aún debe practicar una buena seguridad con las fogatas para asegurarse de que no encienda un incendio forestal. Para saber todo sobre la seguridad de las fogatas, haga clic en aquí to be redirected to Smokey the Bear’s webpage.
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