Arizona Crews Prepare for Government Prairie Prescribed Fire on the Williams Ranger District
OutdoorHub 01.31.12
Williams, AZ– Kaibab National Forest fire managers are preparing to implement a 1,300 acre prescribed fire in the Government Prairie project Thursday, February 2. The unit is 16 miles northeast of Williams and northeast of Parks.
The National Weather Service predicts northwest winds Thursday with a slight chance of showers. Smoke will be visible along portions of I-40 during operations and will likely settle in the local area overnight.
The objectives of the burn are to reduce the encroachment of trees and shrubs, enhance grass and forbs production, and return fire to a fire-adapted ecosystem. The ignition of all burns is dependent on the availability of personnel and equipment, favorable environmental conditions, and Arizona Department of Environmental Quality approval. Fire crews implement, monitor, and patrol each project to ensure it meets the goals and objectives outlined in prescribed fire plans.
For additional information, please call Punky Moore, Fire Information Officer, 928-635-5653.
