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October 25, 2012
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Burn restrictions lifted

Cal Fire has lifted its burn ban within the state responsibility area as of Tuesday, according to a Cal Fire press release. Residential debris burning will be allowed with a valid residential burn permit, but only during the hours approved by the local air quality district. The maximum pile size is 4 feet in diameter, and there must be a water supply available and a responsible person present with a shovel. Fire restrictions in the Tahoe National Forest have been lifted as of Monday, said a U.S. Forest Service spokesman. Recent rain and snow in the high country enabled the …

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