Campfire ban and fire restrictions

The Francis Marion & Sumter National Forests have implemented a fire ban on the Andrew Pickens Ranger District located in the northwest corner of South Carolina beginning today through January 14, 2017. No campfires or burning will be allowed due to dry conditions. (Camp stoves are excluded from this restriction). The Fire Ban (means NO campfires or burning) district-wide on the Andrew Pickens Ranger District. Remember when driving or parking in tall grass or weeds remember fires can quickly be ignited by a vehicle andfrom a dragging chain, etc. If you smoke be sure to smoke either in your vehicle or within a 3’ x 3’ area cleared of any vegetation.