New prescribed fire started in Yuba County on April 1
Briefly

A new prescribed burn known as Challenge was initiated in Yuba County, California, at 9:47 a.m. on April 1, 2025. This burn is part of a wildfire prevention strategy and aims to minimize the risk of catastrophic wildfires. The fire is being managed by the United States Forest Service, although specific details regarding the expanse of land affected or the size of the crew involved have not been disclosed. Prescribed burns like this one are strategic efforts to control and manage vegetation effectively to mitigate future wildfire threats.
Prescribed fire, also known as prescribed burn, is a wildfire prevention method that involves burning an area of land in a controlled manner to minimize catastrophic wildfire risks.
The Challenge prescribed burn began on April 1, 2025, at 9:47 a.m. in Yuba County, California, aimed at reducing future wildfire hazards.
Read at Sacramento Bee
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