U.S. Forest Service fuels management crews will begin prescribed fire operations in Meyers, near Apache and Mandan, beginning today and continuing operations on South Upper Truckee through the week if favorable weather conditions persist.

Prescribed fire operations in the Kingsbury Grade area and McKinney Creek/Rubicon, Blackwood and Ward Canyons, on the West Shore have concluded for now. Operations near McKinney/Rubicon may resume again on Thursday depending on weather conditions.

These 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 impacts on community areas.

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