Prescribed fire season begins in the Apalachicola National Forest

            The prescribed fire season begins in the Apalachicola National forest soon so don’t be surprised if you see smoke.

The U.S. Forest Service is planning prescribed burns on approximately 100,000 acres in the Apalachicola National Forest this year to prevent wildfires and promote a healthy forest for plants and animals.

The Forest service says pre-planned prescribed burns are carefully analyzed and conducted under specific weather conditions, but the wind and weather can always change. 

Drivers and residents are reminded of the possibility of unexpected shifting winds that could increase the risk of smoke on the roads during prescribed burns.

Always proceed with caution and please remember to reduce speed and turn headlights on if visibility is affected by smoky conditions.

Anyone with questions about prescribed burning can contact the Apalachicola National Forest Wakulla Ranger District Office at (850) 926-3561.

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