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Ignitions Started on 2025 Ash Mountain Prescribed Burn in Sequoia National Park

June 1, 2025 · Source: National Park Service

Two firefighters from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks strategically ignite invasive weeds as part of the 2025 Ash Mountain Prescribed Burn. — Image supplied by the National Park Service. View the original image and credit

SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK, Calif. June 1, 2025 – Following a successful test burn and with concurrence from fire management staff and parks’ leadership, the 2025 Ash Mountain Prescribed Burn has started. Ignitions will continue each day through June 3, 2025

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Review the park’s current conditions before departure and again on arrival. Follow posted restrictions and adjust your itinerary to the affected areas.

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Destinations

Sequoia & Kings Canyon

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