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The exact timing of this burn will depend on weather and site conditions, but it could begin as early as Thursday, September 17, 2026. Burning can potentially happen in multiple stages over the next month as conditions allow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Smoke may impact residents near the burn area and may be visible from Deer Park, Renata, Edgewood, Castlegar and surrounding communities, and to motorists travelling along Highway 6 and Broadwater Road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Rotary wing resources will be supporting ignition operations and residents can expect to see helicopters in the area during burn operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Key goals of this prescribed burn include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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