June 1, 2022

Prescribed burn scheduled today in Kalamazoo County

A prescribed burn is scheduled today in Kalamazoo's County's Charleston Township. The burn is expected to cover 139 acres and is intended to improve conditions for native grasses and to remove invasive weeds.

Ignition is expected around 1 p.m.

Prescribed burns are one way the Michigan Department of Natural Resources keeps lands and forests healthy. The burns are conducted by highly trained DNR personnel in designated state-managed areas during appropriate weather conditions and in cooperation with the proper authorities and local units of government.

Public safety is a top priority during all prescribed burns, which sometimes are canceled at the last minute due to careful monitoring of weather and wind conditions.

The "Prescribed Burns" story map – including stories, photos and videos – takes a detailed look at how prescribed burns work. For more information on the DNR’s fire management activity, visit Michigan.gov/FireManagement.