Meeks Bay prescribed burn this week

Pending favorable conditions and resources, U.S. Forest Service fuels management crews expect to continue hazardous fuel reduction prescribed fire operations near Meeks Bay on April 5.

Residents and travelers can expect to see smoke from prescribed fire project areas.

This and other prescribed fire projects are designed to reduce wildfire risks to communities and critical resources. Smoke management is part of every prescribed fire burn plan, and efforts will be taken to reduce actual or potential smoke impacts on community areas.