Coconino National Forest will hold several prescribed fires in all three of its districts next week if weather conditions remain favorable.

If weather conditions such as temperature, wind and humidity do not meet the criteria outlined in the burn plan, the prescribed burn will be cancelled.

The prescribed fire information will always be re-notified on the date of publication via Insiweb, twitterand Facebook.

Flagstaff Ranger District (FRD):

Horseshoe Burn project:

• Temporary firing date: May 8, 9:00 am
• Location: North of the San Francisco Peaks (111 degrees 40.9557451 minutes west longitude 35 degrees 26.0786805 minutes north latitude) (Click here for the project map)
• Size: 335 acres
• Anticipated Smoke Impact: Minimal impact locally and on US 89.
• Note: This burning is done to promote reforestation and protect nearby private land (Snowbowl Estates). No road or trail closures expected.

Mogollon Rim Ranger District (MRRD):

Sawmill project:

• Temporary Incineration Date: Tuesday, May 9 to continue next week
• Location: East of Hatch Mountain and Lake Mary Road (34 degrees 52 minutes 40.5 seconds north latitude 111 degrees 21 minutes 17.9 seconds west longitude) (Click here for the project map)
• Size: about 5,000 acres
• Projected Smoke Effects: Smoke may move generally northeast and settle in the Kinikinik Lakes region and further east in the Long Lake region. If there is an easterly wind, smoke may accumulate in the Lake Mary Road/Mormon Lake Village/Stoneman Lake area.
• Note: There are no road or trail closures expected.

Red Rock Ranger District (RRRD):

Upper Beaver Creek – UBC19 Project:

• Temporary firing date: May 9 (Tue) – May 12 (Fri)
• Location: Southeast of Apache Maid Cabin, 34 degrees 41 minutes 48.1 seconds north latitude 111 degrees 29 minutes 46.0 seconds west longitude (Click here for the project map)
• Size: 118 acres
• Write type: broadcast, maintenance
• Projected Smoke Effects: Southwest winds push smoke northeast toward FH3 and Lake Mormon during the day. The smoke effect is light and should not affect highways. The smoke settles overnight in nearby area drains.
• Note: Incineration will be completed in one day for a total of 110 acres. Weather forecasts determine the specific days when burns occur. No road or trail closures expected.

Prescription burn information is always accessible in several ways.

Prescribed burns are always dependent on weather and wind conditions and Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) approval. The public can view approved prescription burns on the ADEQ website. Smoke.azdeq.govCoconino NF writing begins with the specifier “COF”.

During a given burn, smoke is visible from several areas throughout the forest. Do not call an ambulance or call 911 to report prescription burning smoke. This keeps the line open in case of an emergency.

10 Years of the Forest Service wildfire crisis strategy It aims to increase prescribed burning and other treatments across landscapes to improve forest resilience for future generations. With that work comes more smoke that can affect both civilians and responders.

We recognize that the effects of smoke can affect not only firefighters, but also residents and visitors. We will continue to work closely with our partners and community to keep people informed about the project and the possibilities of smoke.Affected communities can find more information at airnow.gov.

Before performing prescribed burns, Coconino NF follows the procedures outlined in the agency-wide National Prescribed Fire Review. These steps include validating and updating prescribed burn plans using the latest science and modeling; incorporating new drought monitoring data; ensuring documentation of patrol plans and long-term patrol strategies; This includes items such as communication and engagement with officials who have been involved, and partners in carrying out prescribed fires.

Regular burning is an important part of maintaining forest health. Visit our website to learn more about why routine burning occurs and how it benefits the landscape and protects communities.Prescribed firefighting and forest health webpages.

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