Prescribed Burn in the Apalachicola National Forest Today (Feb. 16)

The Apalachicola National Forest is conducting a prescribed burn on approximately 2,700 acres today in Area #310 off Highway 375.  To view the specific location, see the Apalachicola National Forest Prescribed Burn Map.

Drivers and resident are reminded of the possibility of unexpected shifting winds that could increase the risk of smoke on the road during prescribed burns.  Always proceed with caution and please reduce speed and turn headlights on if visibility is affected by smokey conditions.

The Apalachicola National Forest is known for its prescribed fire program.  Prescribed fire is integral in preventing wildfires, improving wildlife habitat, controlling competing vegetation and improving wildlife forage.  Approximately 100,000 acres of national forest lands are burning annually in the Apalachicola National Forest with a goal of burning all areas of the forest every 3-5 years.  The Apalachicola National Forest is among those leading the nation in prescribed fire, which has shaped the long-leaf pine and wiregrass habitat that is prevalent in the forest today.