Possibly due to the vandalism that happened in Joshua Tree.

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Also

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General: In the event that there is a lapse in current appropriations, many activities of the BLM
will cease with the exception of law enforcement, emergency response functions, and operations
necessary for the safety of human life or the protection of property, including fire suppression.