U.S. Forest Service fuels management crews began limited prescribed fire operations in the Angora area today. Scheduled operations were delayed a day due to weather. Crews conducted a test ignition this morning and weather conditions today will determine the size of the project. Operations will not take place over the weekend.

Residents and visitors can expect to see smoke from this prescribed fire project area. Smoke may be visible on Highway 89 near the Camp Richardson-Pope Beach areas.

The Forest Service strives to minimize the impacts of smoke on local communities. Smoke-sensitive residents should consider staying indoors and keeping doors, windows and outside vents closed.

To directly receive prescribed fire updates, send an email to pa_ltbmu@fs.fed.us.

Forest Service staff will post road signs around areas affected by prescribed fire, and update the local fire information line at (530) 543.2600, No. 6.