Sonoma County Regional Parks and CAL FIRE are planning a controlled burn at Monte Rio Redwoods Regional Park and Open Space Preserve. The burn, covering about 30 acres, is scheduled for tomorrow and Friday, starting at 8 a.m. Smoke is expected to be visible throughout the day. Local residents are advised not to call 911, as this is a planned and permitted event.
The burn aims to improve forest health and reduce the risk of future wildfires by removing excess vegetation. The park will be closed during the burn, and the operation depends on favorable weather conditions. Sonoma County Regional Parks stated that trained wildland firefighters will oversee the burn, ensuring safety and monitoring fire behavior.
The Northern Sonoma County Air Pollution Control District is involved in managing smoke impacts on nearby communities. Funding for this effort comes from Measure M, which supports landscape management. For more information, residents can visit SoCoParks.org/Fire.
