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National Park trails closed due to another wildfire
NOVEMBER 23, 2016 at 10:41 p.m.
GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK — Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials temporarily closed several trails near the Chimney Tops Trail due to a 1.5-acre wildfire burning just beyond the summit of the trail over extremely steep terrain. Park staff responded to the report of the fire at approximately 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 23, 2016.
The following trails are closed until further notice: Chimney Tops Trail, Sugarland Mountain Trail, Huskey Gap Trail, and Road Prong Trail. Park fire crews will initialize fire suppression efforts tomorrow morning. Light rain is falling in the general area, but conditions remain dry at this time. The cause of the fire is unknown.
The ban of all campfires and grills throughout the park remains in effect including frontcountry and backcountry campsites and picnic areas. No use of wood or charcoal fires is permitted. In addition, park visitors are reminded to extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, and pipes and dispose of them in appropriate containers. At this time, campers may continue to use gas camp stoves at designated campsites throughout the park.
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Published November 23, 2016 |
