Prescribed Fire Underway in Calaveras

SONORA, California, (May 1, 2025) – Taking advantage of additional resources currently on the Forest, crews with the Calaveras Ranger District will begin prescribed burn operations today.

Crews intend to start in the Diablo Court area to finish off remaining piles and will  shift to Avery Sheep Ranch Road beginning Friday. A combination of factors, including lack of resources and available funding, will determine if crews are able to continue operations over the weekend.

All burning is monitored and conducted in accordance with state and county air quality guidelines and closely coordinated with local county air quality control districts. Crews will look to burn between 50 – 200 acres daily.

Smoke may be visible from portions of Highway 4. This project is a planned prescribed fire. Please do not report as a wildland fire.

Any questions or concerns should be directed to Forest Public Affairs Officer, Benjamin Cossel: benjamin.cossel@usda.gov or 209.288.6261.