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Ignitions for the prescribed burning operation begin today on the Eastern 5 block within the Southern HD Unit of the #SanJuanNF. Today's operation is located west of Turkey Creek and east of Goose Creek on the southwestern end of the #SanJuanNF. Resources will complete the first burn unit in the Southern HD Unit for a goal of 500 acres. Tomorrow, weather pending, the second unit will be completed for a total goal of 1,000-acres. If you are in the area, please exercise caution when around firefighters and fire apparatuses. Some smoke may be visible in the area.

70 firefighters will work to execute this prescribed fire, aimed at reducing hazardous ground fuels, reducing the risk of unplanned catastrophic wildfire, restoring ponderosa pine ecosystems, and improving wildlife habitat.