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Prescribed Burning in the Foothills Area of Sequoia National Park Begins Sunday, June 1
May 23, 2025 · Source: National Park Service
Firefighters plan to begin ignitions on the 2025 Ash Mountain Prescribed Burn in the foothills of Sequoia National Park on Sunday, June 1. One to three days of ignitions are planned. This project consists of 29 acres of broadcast prescribed burning and an additional 10 acres of non-fire fuels reduction (using weed whips, chainsaws, etc.).
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Traveler guidance by State & Nation Staff Writer.