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Show News Extreme fire danger forces National . wwJjm vQA huij f' w' V?y Forest closures For only the second time in nearly 30 years, fire danger is forcing officials to shut down public access to parts of both the Coconino and Kaibab National Forests. Although much of the two forests will stay open to the public, beginning tomorrow, June 8, 2000 at 8 a.m., about 60 of the forests will be closed to all activities such as camping, hiking, biking, walking, jogging and picknicking. Campfires of any kind will not be allowed in either National Forest. Much of the forest areas that have ponderosa pine are being closed to public ac- cess. Deciding to close any part of a National Forest is not a decision that comes easily. Much like the last time area closures were needed back in 1996, a number of factors have come together today to prompt forest officials to implement area clo- sures. Another dry winter and spring has created bone-dr- y conditions in both the Coconino crease the chances of both and lighting-sparke- d wildfires. Similar conditions exist throughout much of the Southwest, which is stretching firefighting resources very thin. This raises concern about having enough of those resources available to battle new fires. After considerable study and consideration, forest officials feel area closures are the best fire prevention tool available. While the area closures are in effect, there will be no admittance to the closed zones, except by private property owners and those people with special use permits. All developed campgrounds will stay open with two exceptions. The Kehl Springs and Knoll Lake Campgrounds on the south end of the Coconino National Forest will be closed. The forests will be reopened to the public when enough rain falls to lessen the extremely dry conditions. Its important to note that it will likely take more than just a day or two of rain reduce the extreme fire danger. For more specific information about fii e danger, fire prevention, forest restrictions and area closures, call the Area Closure Information Office at one of the following numbers: and Kaibab National Forests. As summer approaches. Mother N ature i s offering little help. We continue to have warm, dry and breezy weather, combined with a lack of rain and little prospect of significant rain in the near future. (520) These conditions greatly in or (520) 527-366- 4; (520) 527-366- 5; 527-366- 6. Home of the Week VLV t i's c; 5 SOUTHERN UTAH NEWS WEDNESDAY JUNE 7, 2000 i Police Tip Memorial weekend Wow, was a deal! How do you say this in a politically correct way? Dont know, so lets try this; some folks just had a real bad day (or night). as a form of entertainment at these locations. Sun, music, boats, let it ail hang out. But back in town is where those of us who cant go to the beach stay to work and sleep, or so we thought. I dont think it was so much mental conditions, but more the different types of refreshments consumed over fairly long periods of time. Anyway, neither here nor there, need to visit a minute about the increased traffic in town. fronted by this situation. This is a most beautiful area so you can understand why visitors leave the turmoil of the ' large cities to see it. Have a great summer! Judicial retention available The Utah Judicial Council has approved a statement required 2 by containing information about the performance of judges standing for retention election at the November 2000 General Election. The statement and information will ap20A-7-70- 435-644-- 21 U3 Vwi Uit r, 435-- 0 7 htJ v;c b.ccmf7orL C3 4-- 21 3 Wv. r4 4 , ;; May Lost property. A very large diamond wedding ring was lost at a local business. If found, please turn into the Police Department. May 25 Theft. Twelve hand held radios reported stolen out of a pickup camper shell. Estimated loss-$l,50- 0 May 26 Welfare. Accompanied family members on a welfare check. An unwanted uest ofresidence was asked to leave and agreed to do so without incident. Welfare. Responded to a call of a possible suicidal person. PerThe summer season is son was depressed and acknowlupon us and the number of vehicles has jumped consid- edged that help was needed. Officer of several aserably. The boats and RVs sistanceexplained programs. make it that much more conMay 27 gested too. These travelers Harassment. Report of prank need space to stop .and buy calls. Phone company conphone gas, food, and, other sup- tacted to trace calls. plies. Sometimes this can Contributing to the delincause things to slow down a touch. The police depart- quency of a minor. Report of an ment asks all to be cautious adult male allegedly taking a 15 and considerate when con- year old female out of her home information 2 Bedroom 2.277 Acres 1 Bath 2 Car Garage Ft. Carport 1143Sq. Horse Property Fruit Trees for Great retirement, second home or starter home. Call CENTURY 21 Frontier Realty today for your appointment 00. at 00 or toll free The fact that a defendant has been charged with a crime, does not mean he is guilty. The defendant is presumed innocent, until and unless proven guilty. Names will be withheld in some cases due to the sensitive nature of the crimes, or if the defendant is a juvenile. Now Im not talking about period from May the recreational areas here, 26During theJune 1, the Kanab through good ole Kanab lit it up too. Police Department handled You expect the beach par- City incidents, issued 15 ties to get kinda rowdy, 27 cases, 59and 10 citations. people let their hair down warnings 18 election PRICED FOR QUICK SALE 2 pear in the voter information pamphlet published by the Lt. Governor. To receive a copy of the statement and information by email provide your email address to Timothy M. Shea, nior Staff Attorney, Se- at timmysemail.utcourts.gov. To receive a copy on disk or paper submit your request to P.O. Box 140241, Salt Lake City, Utah 84114-024- 1. two males, on probation (no alcohol), had been drinking. Probation Officer requested test. One male passed intoxilyzer, but admitted to consuming alcohol. The other male showed alcohol in system. Both referred to Adult Probation and Parole for charges. Possession of marijuana consumption of alcohol. Male juvenile, 15, or para-phemaliamin- Kanab. Referred to Juvenile Court. Indecent exposure. Reported that a male juvenile allegedly exposed himself to a y oung child. Referred to D.C.F.S. for investigation. Theft. Report of a $300 guitar stolen out of a classroom. Guitar later returned. Forcible sexual abuse. John Travis Howell, 28, Kanab. Officers were called to the hospital to investigate a rape complaint. Several hours of investigation and counsel from the County Attorney resulted in an arrest for alleged forcible sexual abuse. .May 29 Assist. Assisted Fredonia, along with other agencies, on traffic control during an oil refinery fire. consent. without parental At May 31 time of report-mal-e unable to be Driving on suspension. Robert located. Lee Stephen Jr., 26, Fredonia. Welfare. Called to a mental Arrested and booked into jail. and possibly suicidal subject. Warrantdriving with Mental health worker brought registrationpos-sessio- n into the case. of marijuana and paraWelfare. Met with subject who phernalia. David Eugene Jones, was possibly suicidal and had a 20, Kanab. Stopped for expired gun. Subject claimed not sui- plates. Check showed an active cidal, just upset over relation- warrant. Marijuanafound. Subship problems. Weapon taken ject booked into jail. away for safety reasons and was Warrantdriving on suspen-sionn- o returned a few days later after insurancespeeding. Valentin A. Fuentes, 32, S.L.C., subject calmed down. Intoxicated person. Responded Utah. Subject stopped for speedto the hospital for a problem ing. A check showed warrant patient. Female was intoxicated out and charged with other ofand would not cooperate. Situa- fenses as well. tion diffused without incident. Disorderly conduct. Juveniles. Criminal mischief. Local mo- Several motels reported that late tel swimming pool was vandal- nightearly morning ' renters ized by objects thrown into pool. were awakened by a knock on Medical. Responded to an at- the door. When door was antempted suicide. Juvenile at- swered, juveniles filming with a tempted ah overdose of medica- camcorder stated they were dotion. Transported to hospital for ing a school report. Renters and treatment. owners upset and several subProbation violation. Names jects under investigation. Parwithheld pending probation ac- ents, do you know the curfew tion. Received information that laws for your juveniles? insur-anceexpir- ed |