New prescribed fire started in Monterey County on March 24
Briefly

The Chews Ridge Unit 3 prescribed burn commenced at 1:03 p.m. on March 24 in Monterey County, California. Conducted on federal land managed by the U.S. Forest Service, the prescribed fire aims to prevent future wildfires through controlled burning. As of now, there are no specific details regarding the area affected or the size of the operational crew. This method serves as an effective strategy to minimize the risks associated with wildfires, ensuring better management of forested areas.
The prescribed fire, named Chews Ridge Unit 3, was initiated today at 1:03 p.m. in Monterey County, managed by the United States Forest Service.
Prescribed fire is a wildfire prevention method, involving controlled burns aimed at reducing the risk of catastrophic wildfires in the area.
Read at Sacramento Bee
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