BLM Plans Pile Burns in Kern River Valley
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LAKE ISABELLA, Calif. - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) plans to burn piles in the Wofford Heights and Wagy Flat areas near Lake Isabella starting this week. Operations are scheduled to begin on a project next to Sawmill and Wagy Flat roads above Wofford Heights.
Piles created from fuel reduction projects will be burned to dispose of fuels along roadsides and constructed fuel breaks. The BLM also may burn piles around Wagy Flat later in the season. Smoke may be visible in the area.
No road or trail closures are expected due to the burning operations. However, seasonal road and trail closures will be in effect. Residents should use caution when traveling along both Old State and Sawmill roads and be aware of fire traffic in the area.
Burning activities will continue through the winter as air quality standards, weather and resources permit.
For additional information please contact Ruth Ellison at (661) 391-6169, rellison@blm.gov.
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.