RALEIGH COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — The closure of the War Ridge and Backus Mountain areas of New River Gorge is still in effect as crews work to contain and put out the remaining fires, according to a news release from the National Park Service.
“We understand this is a popular hunting area, but firefighters remain in the area,” the news release said. “For the safety of the firefighters, we ask the public’s continued assistance in keeping that area clear to allow them room to work.”
According to the news release, the closure remains in order for all National Park Service lands bounded by the New River on the south and west to the town of Quinnimont, due east along State Highway 41 to the intersection with Backus-Red Spring Road, then continues directly south to the CSX railroad right of way at the river.
The news release said the National Park Service will continue to update the public when the area reopens.
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