A view from Prison Hill’s west side looking toward the north. (Photo: Kyler Klix/Nevada Appeal)
The Prison Hill Off Highway Vehicle area and the motorized trailhead/parking located on Golden Eagle Lane will be closed during “Red Flag” warning days, Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space Department said in a press release.
A red flag warning is a forecast warning issued by the National Weather Service to inform the public, firefighters, and land management agencies that a combination of fuel conditions and weather conditions are ideal for wildland fire ignition, and rapid spread. Red flag criteria include a relative humidity of 15% or less with sustained winds, or frequent gusts, above 25 mph. Both conditions must occur simultaneously for at least 3 hours in a 12-hour period.
Closures of the Prison Hill OHV area will typically occur in the afternoon when conditions for fire risk are highest. It is the motorized users’ responsibility to be aware of red flag warning and plan outdoor recreation accordingly.
Additionally, regardless of conditions, it is important that users recreate responsibly by staying on designated roads and areas, and carry a shovel, water, and fire extinguisher in the event of an incident. Visit forecast.weather.gov or nevadafireinfo.org for current red flag warning updates.
For information visit carson.org/ohv or call the Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space Department at 775-887-2262.
