Burn ban back on

Custer County has reinstated a burn ban effective as of Monday, to coincide with the Black Hills National Forest moving to Level II restrictions on Forest Service land.
For that county ban, that means open flames of almost every kind are now prohibited. Included in that are any outdoor fire, including but not limited to, campfires, burn piles, burn pits, burn barrels, warning fires, charcoal grill fires and prescribed burns. Devices that are fueled by gas or liquid fuel that can be turned on or off and are in an area that is barren or cleared of any flammable materials within three feet are allowed. 
Fireworks as defined and described in SDCL 34-37 and any other explosive or pyrotechnic devices are also prohibited, as is smoking outside. 
Also prohibited are operating acetylene or other open-flame torches as well as using grinders, chop saws or other tools that produce sparks, except when conducted inside an enclosed private shop or business with appropriate fire safety precautions.
Those who violate the ban are subject to potential fines, jail time or both.
In addition, the Black Hills National Forest is now under stage two fire restrictions. Prohibited under these restrictions are open fires, meaning there can be no campfires, charcoal barbecues, grills or stoves unless using a device fueled by liquid or gas in a cleared area within three feet of the device.
Smoking is only allowed in enclosed vehicles/buildings and no open-flame torches or acetylene use is allowed, nor are fireworks/explosives. There is no motorized vehicles off established roads/trails.
These restrictions are in place to protect public safety and natural resources. Violations can result in fines up to $5,000 for individuals and $10,000 for organizations, plus possible jail time.