Breaking: New prescribed fire started in Merced County on Nov. 5
Briefly

The prescribed burn known as CA-LUR COTTONWOOD RX was initiated on Nov. 5 in Merced County, aimed at wildfire prevention through controlled burning.
Managed by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, the CA-LUR COTTONWOOD RX burn signifies a strategic approach to mitigate the threat of wildfires, ensuring ecosystem management.
Details regarding the land area affected or the crew size involved in the prescribed fire remain unspecified, emphasizing the ongoing monitoring process of such operations.
Prescribed fire is recognized as a crucial wildfire prevention method, allowing for the controlled burning of land to significantly reduce the risk of larger, uncontrolled wildfires.
Read at Sacramento Bee
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