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IPNF to conduct controlled burns |
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September 10, 2016 |
Idaho Panhandle National Forest crews plan to
start fall prescribed burning the week of
September 12 in the Magee area of the Coeur
d’Alene River Ranger District. Approximately
3,000 acres are planned for the Upper River
project.
Ignitions will occur predominantly in roadless
areas in the upper end of the North Fork Coeur
d’Alene River. The purpose of this prescribed
burn is to reduce hazardous fuels, to decrease
the risk of wildfire, and to benefit wildlife by
increasing the quality and quantity of browse
available for big game such as elk, deer and
moose.
Ignitions for the Upper River Burn are
tentatively planned for September 14. Hunters
that have trail cameras, tree stands, or camps
within the burn units should remove them prior
to this date.
Backcountry pilots are advised to check official
sources prior to traveling, as there is a
potential impact to air travel in the vicinity
of the Magee airstrip. A temporary area closure
is planned for public safety. Please visit
http://www.northidahorxfire.com/ for a map
showing the planned closure area and for
additional information on this project.
The exact timing and acreage of burns will vary
depending on weather conditions, fuel moisture
and wind patterns. When burn dates are
forecasted, signs will be posted along access
roads, near affected trailheads and trail
junctions and information will be posted to the
forest’s Facebook page.
If you plan on recreating or hunting near these
project areas, make sure you understand your
location relative to closure areas and burn
units. Active burning usually occurs for two to
three days until moisture puts out the fire,
however, burned areas can still be very
hazardous. Burned areas will be monitored to
ensure that fire remains within the unit
boundaries. The public is urged to stay away
from these areas during burning operations and
for a few days afterward.
If you have questions on the Upper River
Prescribed Burning, please contact Shoshana
Cooper, Public Affairs Officer, at (208)
765-7211. |
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