Press release from Calfire:

What:Professionally controlled prescribed burn planned for the consumption of grass and timber understory on 50 acres of state land.

When: The prescribed burn will take place as conditions allow, Thursday, September 5th, 2024.

Where: Redway, California (Eel River Conservation Camp)

Why: These burns are part of the prescribed fire program for vegetative management and hazardous fuels reduction. The treatment will help to enhance the health of the native plant communities, aid in the control of non-native plant species, protect and enhance grass habitat for animal species, aid in the reduction of hazardous fire fuels and mitigation of uncontrolled wildfire.

Who: CAL FIRE and California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation

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.