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Crews Prepare for Government Prairie Prescribed Fire on the Williams Ranger District
WILLIAMS, Ariz. – Kaibab National Forest fire managers are preparing to implement the Government Prairie prescribed grassland burn Friday, February 24. The 1,300-acre unit is 16 miles northeast of Williams and northeast of Parks. The National Weather Service predicts northeast winds Friday and a slight chance of showers over the weekend. Smoke will be visible along portions of I-40 during operations and will likely settle in the local area overnight. Managers expect smoke to decrease in volume rapidly once ignitions end in the afternoon. The objectives of the burn are to reduce the encroachment of trees and shrubs, enhance grass and forbs production, and return fire to a fire-adapted ecosystem. The ignition of all burns is dependent on the availability of personnel and equipment, favorable environmental conditions, and ADEQ approval. Fire crews implement, monitor, and patrol each project to ensure it meets the goals and objectives outlined in prescribed fire plans. For additional information, please call Punky Moore, Fire Information Officer, 928-635-5653. -USFS-
Punky Moore Fire Information Officer Williams & Tusayan Ranger Districts 742 S. Clover Rd. Williams, AZ 86046 928-635-5653
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