As the Fourth of July approaches, fire officials are reminding visitors that fireworks are prohibited on all national forests.  Fireworks are banned on national forests at all times, regardless of weather or conditions.  Violators can be subject to a maximum penalty of a $5,000 fine and/or up to six months in jail.  Additionally, anyone who starts a wildfire can be held liable for suppression costs.  Visitors are also encouraged to practice campfire safety as unattended campfires are the number one source of human-caused wildfires on public land.  Know before you go whether campfires are allowed in the area you are visiting, keep your campfire small and away from flammable material, use a designated campfire ring when available, completely extinguish your campfire by drowning your fire with water and stirring with a shovel, and make sure your campfire is cold to the touch before leaving it.