The Weather Behind the Flames: Unraveling the Science of Prescribed Burns

The Weather Behind the Flames: Unraveling the Science of Prescribed Burns

The recent haze over the CSRA is likely something you've noticed. It's smoke from prescribed burns, also known as controlled or planned burns. Now, you might be wondering: What exactly are prescribed burns? Well, simply put, they're intentional fires that are carefully planned and executed to achieve specific land management goals. In the CSRA, where forests and grasslands are abundant, prescribed burns play a vital role in maintaining ecosystem…