Ashley National Forest has announced plans for prescribed fire operations this spring. Prescribed fires planned for the area include the D1 Ponderosa Pine Maintenance and Fuels Reduction Project which consists of areas around the Sheep Creek Geological Loop, areas north of the Greendale Overlook, and areas east of Highway 191 adjacent to Cart Creek. Those areas may close to the public for several days for public safety. Watch for warning signs along roads near all prescribed fire areas before and during burns. Residents may experience smoke during the prescribed burns. Go to AirNow to find more detailed information about air quality. It’s estimated the work will continue into the first week of April as weather conditions allow. For more information, call the Ashley Supervisors Office at 435-781-1181.
