Fire Management Agencies Conduct Pile Burns

Fire management teams across various national forests are actively conducting pile burning operations to reduce wildfire risks and improve forest health. In Grand County, Colorado, the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests are burning piles in multiple units, with visible smoke expected. The Plumas National Forest in California is also initiating pile burns at several recreation sites, while ensuring short-term smoke impacts are monitored. Meanwhile, the Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District in Oregon plans to burn up to 217 acres, advising residents to keep windows closed to minimize smoke exposure. Additionally, the Upper Colorado River Interagency Fire Management Unit is set to start burning slash piles across Eagle, Garfield, and Summit counties as part of a larger effort to enhance local wildlife habitats and create defensible space around critical infrastructure. These burns follow thorough preparations and are dependent on favorable weather conditions.