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Date Posted: 23:36:56 10/28/03 Tue
Author: Don Kyle
Subject: Angeles National Forest Press Release - Forest Closure

Angeles National Forest Announces Closure
ARCADIA, CA: October 27, 2003

As a result of extreme fire activity, limited firefighting resources and the continued
threat to life and property, Angeles National Forest officials are implementing a forest
closure. The Forest Closure Order is effective immediately and will last until the current
extreme conditions subside.

Wildfires have consumed over 250,000 acres and over 1,100 homes in southern
California over the past two days. Forest Supervisor Jody Cook feels the action is
necessary to protect public health and safety. "Right now, we're seeing the kind of
extreme fire behavior we did last year," Cook said. "Unfortunately, the most immediate
and effective method to reduce the potential for more losses is this kind of closure. Our
goal is to prevent more catastrophic losses in and around the Angeles."

The closure will affect the use of all national forest recreational facilities, roads and
hiking trails. Violators are subject to fines and/or imprisonment. County roads and state
highways, such as the Angeles Crest Highway (Hwy 2), will remain open to through
traffic. However, drivers are urged to use extreme caution and adhere to posted fire
prevention regulations.

Residents and organizations holding Special Use permits for sanctioned activities can
contact their local Angeles National Forest district office to obtain a pass for temporary
access:

Los Angeles River Ranger Station — (818) 899-1900
San Gabriel River Ranger Station — (626) 335-1251
Santa Clara-Mojave Rivers Ranger Station — (661) 296-9710

http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/angeles/news/2003/news-2003-10-27-angeles-forest-closure.shtml

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