As part of our fuels reduction efforts for wildfire safety, Ashland Parks and Recreation Commission (APRC) will manage a controlled burn today - Saturday, March 20th above Park Street in Siskiyou Mountain Park (SMP). During pile lighting, there could be some smoke in the park. Please avoid SMP if you are sensitive to smoke. Crews are going slow and will monitor smoke closely.
If you have questions/concerns please contact APRC at 541.488.5340 or email parksInfo@ashland.or.us.
For improved wildlife habitat and wildfire safety, Ashland Forest Resiliency is managing a controlled burn north of the Mt. Ashland ski exit. The controlled burn could be visible from parts of Interstate 5. We do not expect smoke to impact town. Fire Crews with Lomakatsi Restoration Project are monitoring smoke closely.
Some Smoke in Siskiyou Mountain Park:
- Some smoke may impact trails in Siskiyou Mountain Park, please avoid this area if you are sensitive to smoke.
- Smoke will be visible from several parts of the community including from Interstate 5 near the Mt. Ashland freeway exit.
- See health information, check the Air Quality Index and see the watershed camera on SmokewiseAshland.org.
More Information:
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