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Prescribed fires begin tomorrow on Kingsbury Grade

Staff Report

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – U.S. Forest Service fuels management crews will begin prescribed fire operations in the Andria Drive area of Kingsbury Grade, near Stateline, Nev., tomorrow, according to a Monday statement from the Forest Service. Crews anticipate burning no more than five acres per day. Operations may continue through the week, weather and conditions permitting.

Residents and visitors can expect to see smoke from this prescribed fire project area. The Forest Service strives to minimize the impacts of smoke on local communities, according to the statement. Smoke-sensitive residents should consider staying indoors and keeping doors, windows and outside vents closed. To directly receive prescribed fire updates, send an email to pa_ltbmu@fs.fed.us.


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