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February 10, 2021 - The San Bernardino Mountaintop Ranger District will be conducting pile burning operations today weather and environmental conditions allowed. There is approximately 100 acres of burning planned. This will be occurring in the area on the west side of Lake Arrowhead Community. It will begin around 9:00am and continued through 2:00pm. Residents in the area will be able to see flames and smoke visible throughout the day and evening. Firefighters will be monitoring the areal until all piles are extinguished.  

Prescribed fire plays an important role in forest health and reducing extreme wildfires and their negative impact. These fires also help reduce heavy fuel loads while simultaneously opening the conifer forest structure and maintaining the health of meadow habitats. Fire is also used to enhance native plant communities and cultural landscapes and improve wildlife habitats. Another goal is to provide defensible space for communities and developed areas within and surrounding the ENF. With all fire comes smoke, the U.S. Forest Service work to mitigate smoke impacts from prescribed fires on the communities in the area.  

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