For those in the Forbestown and Quincy area, plans for pile burning operations this week.
Firefighters on the Plumas National Forest Feather River and Mount Hough Ranger Districts plan to conduct pile burning this week, conditions permitting.
On the Feather River Ranger District, firefighters plan to treat approximately 18 acres of large machine piles in and around the community of Forbestown.
Glow from the piles burning will be visible at night, likely for a few days after ignitions. Firefighters will ensure the area treated is secure before leaving for the night. Ignitions are expected to take place through Thursday.
On the Mount Hough Ranger District, firefighters plan to treat approximately 99 acres of piles located around the Mount Hough Ranger District office located at 39696 State Highway 70 in Quincy.
Ignitions may take place through the end of the week as weather and conditions allow. Firefighters will be monitoring any smoke impacts to Highway 70.
Smoke is expected to be visible but not have significant long-term impacts to nearby communities, including Forbestown and Quincy, as well as Forbestown Road, California State Highways 70 and 89 and the surrounding area.
Short duration, minor smoke impacts are expected along Forbestown Road, Highway 70 and neighboring forest roads. Visibility on roads in the project areas may be reduced, especially early in the morning and late evening as smoke settles.
During the evening smoke may settle in lower areas. Individuals who are smoke sensitive in these areas are advised to monitor conditions and take precautions if needed.
There will also be increased firefighting equipment traffic in the area of these operations. Drivers should use caution, watch for fire equipment exiting and entering area roadways, and possible slow traffic.
If weather conditions become unfavorable, including increased or gusty winds in the area, burning will stop until conditions improve. Firefighters will be monitoring conditions throughout the operation.
