Pinetop Fire Department

Doyle and Ortega prescribed fire projects planned on the Lakeside Ranger District

10/03/2024 - 4:12 pm
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The Lakeside Ranger District plans to conduct prescribed fire operations on the Lakeside Ranger District during the Fall months of 2024. Prescribed fire operations could start any time between October 8 through November 30, as weather and vegetation conditions allow for successful operations. Fire managers will be monitoring weather conditions leading up to, during, and after implementation to ensure conditions are favorable.