CAL FIRE LNU has mapped out plans to set a controlled blaze in Solano County's Green Valley as a part of its efforts to mitigate wildfire risks. This scheduled burn, part of the Green Valley Shaded Fuel Break project, will unfold over the week from April 14-18, as per CAL FIRE LNU.
Residents of Green Valley, be advised that CAL FIRE is planning to conduct prescribed burning operations the week of April 14-18 as part of the ongoing 80-acre Green Valley Shaded Fuel Break.
— CAL FIRE LNU (@CALFIRELNU) April 7, 2025
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Controlled burns are not just about scorching the earth. They are about creating a strategic buffer, and Rochelle Sherlock, Project Administrator of the Green Valley Shaded Fuel Break, has underscored their significance. "This proactive measure aims to reduce hazardous vegetation, enhance ecosystem health and minimize the risk of catastrophic wildfires," she stated, as per CAL FIRE LNU. Executing this operation is a tandem effort with the Green Valley Fire Safe Council. It will be conducted in concert with local fire agencies and the Solano County Office of Emergency Services.
Travelers traversing the vicinity of upper Green Valley Road, Rockville Road, and McCready Court during the prescribed burn are advised to proceed with extra caution, as sightlines may be compromised. "Controlled burns are a critical tool for protecting communities and restoring forest resilience," explained CAL FIRE Battalion Chief Robert Wettstein, per CAL FIRE LNU.
