LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — In an effort to guard hikers and first responders from the hazards of utmost desert warmth, Valley of Fireplace State Park will start its seasonal path closures subsequent month.
Park officers stated the closures are a crucial step to forestall life-threatening incidents, which resulted in quite a few search and rescue operations throughout previous summer season seasons. The excessive temperatures and dangerous circumstances that outline Nevada’s hottest months pose severe dangers to guests, park personnel, and emergency responders.
A hiker died on April 9 on the Arizona Scorching Springs Path at Lake Mead Nationwide Recreation Space, and a extremely publicized rescue of 28 hikers occurred the next day. That path has since reopened.
The next well-liked trails shall be closed beginning Could 15 by means of Oct. 1:
Fireplace Wave
Seven Wonders Loop
Pastel Canyon Prospect
Arrowhead
Pinnacles
White Domes
Charlie Springs
Park rangers shall be strictly implementing the path shutdowns, and those that ignore the restrictions might face citations. (Valley of Fireplace State Park)
Park rangers shall be strictly implementing the path shutdowns, and those that ignore the restrictions might face citations.
For up-to-date data on path closures and park circumstances, go to Nevada State Parks or obtain the OuterSpatial cell app.
