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TUESDAY UPDATE: CalFire has extended the controlled burn to Wednesday, Oct. 23 “due to weather and fuel conditions” in the area.

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Press release from the CalFire Humboldt-Del Norte Unit:

What: Professionally controlled prescribed burn planned for the restoration of oak woodland habitat and reducing wildfire hazardous fuels. The burn is planned for approximately 300 acres, as conditions allow.

When: The prescribed burn is planned for 3 consecutive days, October 20-21-22, 2024.

Where: Ettersburg Ranch Rd and Wilder Ridge Road in Ettersburg.

Why: This burn is part of a long-term habitat management plan and is also intended to reduce hazardous wildland fuel loading. The treatment will help to enhance the health of the native plant communities, aid in the control of non-native plant species, and protect and enhance habitat for animal species dependent on the oak woodland ecosystem.

Who: CAL FIRE. During these prescribed fire operations, residents may see an increase in fire suppression resource traffic, smoke will be visible and traffic control may be in place. Please be cautious for your safety as well as those working on prescribed burns.

Learn more how you can prepare for wildfire by visiting: www.ReadyForWildfire.org. For more information, please contact the CAL FIRE Humboldt – Del Norte Unit Public Information Officer line at: (707) 726-1285.