2 controlled burns on South Shore

U.S. Forest Service prescribed fire operations continue on Kingsbury Grade and North Upper Truckee.

U.S. Forest Service fuels management crews prescribed fire operations continue tomorrow on Kingsbury Grade and in the North Upper Truckee area.

Both projects will continue through Friday if favorable weather conditions persist.

State and local fire management agencies may also be conducting prescribed fire work during this period.

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.