For Release: April 4, 2008
Contact: Scott Sticha, Public Affairs Specialist (435) 688-3303
Prescribed Fires Planned for
Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument
St. George, Utah – Bureau of Land Management (BLM) fire managers will conduct two small prescribed burns in the Arizona Strip District on April 5 and 6. The prescribed burns are intended to decrease future wildfire risk and protect life and property, as well as cultural and natural resources in the Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument.
The 56-acre EB1 and EB2 burns are being implemented to reduce fuel accumulations and restore the fire-adapted ponderosa pine forest ecosystem in the Mount Trumbull Wilderness. Fire helps to increase biodiversity in these forested areas.
Smoke may be present for several days and could reduce visibility along roads in this remote area. Public access may be restricted during ignition and periods of active fire spread to ensure safety. Signs will be posted to notify motorists; staff will be available to escort vehicles if necessary.
Prescribed fires must meet certain weather-related and environmental factors prior to ignition. BLM fire staff will manage and monitor the prescribed fire activity. Smoke emissions will be managed in accordance with the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality regulations.
For more information, please call the BLM office at 435-688-3200 or 3361.
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