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Published: 06 April 2015 06 April 2015

SILVER CITY, N.M., April 6, 2015 - Silver City Ranger District fire managers continue to monitor conditions in order to conduct the previously scheduled Bar Six Prescribed Fire 12 miles southwest of Silver City, NM. This 650-acre broadcast burn may begin as early as Thursday, April 9, less than one mile southwest of the Flying A subdivision off Forest Road (FR) 118 and FR 851, also called Red Rock Road.

Objectives of the prescribed fire are to reduce hazardous fuels, improve forest health and enhance wildlife habitat. Once the project starts, operations could continue two to four days. Smoke will be noticeable during days of ignitions and may linger at night and early morning.

For firefighter and public safety, Gila National Forest officials remind the public to not enter or park near the prescribed fire and to watch for firefighters and equipment in the area. Please check here for a project map http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprd3834226.pdf

More information may be obtained by calling the Silver City Ranger District at (575) 388-8201.