Update: Prescribed fire Fr Challenge in Yuba County - Jan. 28 status
Briefly

The Fr Challenge prescribed fire project was initiated in Yuba County, California, on January 28, 2025. The prescribed burn is an essential wildfire prevention method used by the United States Forest Service, involving controlled burns to reduce the risk of more catastrophic wildfires. This project reflects a strategic approach to land management aimed at minimizing future fire hazards in the area. The procedure is designed to create intentional burns on federal land, improving forest health and community safety.
The prescribed burn, named Fr Challenge, started at 11:24 a.m. today in Yuba County, California, as part of a wildfire prevention strategy.
Prescribed fire, a technique used by the United States Forest Service, helps manage forests and reduce the risk of larger wildfires through controlled burns.
Read at Sacramento Bee
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