Favorable conditions in place for hazardous fuels reduction work
QUEMADO, N.M., Jan. 12 — The Quemado Ranger District on the Gila National Forest plans to implement prescribed fire operations this week, pending all required approvals. We estimate this work to continue through the coming weeks as weather and environmental conditions allow. We use prescribed fires to help reduce overgrown vegetation to help protect local communities, infrastructure and natural resources from wildfires.
Prescribed fires planned for the area include:
Forest thinning piles south of Luna, near Sawmill Road.
This area may close to the public for several days for public safety. Watch for warning signs along roads near all prescribed fire areas before and during burns.
Residents may experience smoke during the prescribed burns. Smoke will likely be visible for local Luna residents and along U.S. 180 in the Luna vicinity. Smoke may linger in valleys at night and during early morning hours. For more detailed information about air quality, go to AirNow online or download the app. When driving, slow down and turn on your headlights when you encounter smoke on the road.
We will evaluate weather conditions in the hours before a burn begins. If conditions warrant, scheduled prescribed fire activities may be canceled.
To stay informed about the scheduled prescribed fires, please visit our website or social media channels.
