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Continuing dry weather has made It necessary to impose rigid restrictions to meet the ever-increasing -threat of forest fires within Shenandoah National Park, Acting Superintendent Jerry B. House stated today. A survey of conditions made by Assistant Chief Ranger Robert Kerr, in charge of fire control, indicates that the situation'has become critical, and with no rain in sight Park visitors- are asked to observe the following restrictions:

1. No open fires will be allowed anywhere within the Park, including campgrounds, picnic areas, trailside shelters, and PATC shelters. 2. No cross-country hiking. 3. No camping permits will be issued. 4. Smoking while travelling, in cars or elsewhere, is banned. House said that the control procedures outlined above will

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