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Introduction to prescribed fires in Southern ecosystems

Informally Refereed
Authors: Thomas A. Waldrop, Scott L. Goodrick
Year: 2012
Type: Science Update
Station: Southern Research Station
Source: Science Update SRS-054. Asheville, NC: U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service, Southern Research Station. 80 p.

Abstract

This publication is a guide for resource managers on planning and executing prescribed burns in Southern forests and grasslands. It includes explanations of reasons for prescribed burning, environmental effects, weather, and techniques as well as general information on prescribed burning.

Citation

Waldrop, Thomas A.; Goodrick, Scott L. 2012.(Slightly revised 2018). Introduction to prescribed fires in Southern ecosystems.Science Update SRS-054.Asheville, NC: U.S.Department of Agriculture Forest Service, Southern Research Station.80 p.
https://www.fs.usda.gov/research/treesearch/41316